Ascetic creations. 2nd ed., Cred. Mark ascetic, Rev.

Monk Mark ascetic (V B.) - one of the greatest Egyptian deserts. The circumstances of his life in many ways remain hidden for us, but the Monk Mark left precious evidence of the spiritual feat - his ascetic creations.

teachings of the Monk Mark ascetic are diverse in genre and content: these are conversations with the fraternity and answers to questions , specified by the philosopher, and lengthy teachings, and the penetrating interpretation of individual biblical poems, which the Monk Mark always makes in touch with ascetic work. The creations of St. Mark affect complex theological issues and at the same time testify to the deep knowledge of the human soul, understanding its slightest movements. The wise instructions of the Monk Mark of the ascetic entered the "kindness"; For centuries, their significance did not imprison as a reliable spiritual leadership for the monks and laity.