Anthony the Great quotes - page 2
Anthony the Great was an Egyptian Christian monk, regarded as the founder of Christian monasticism. His ascetic life in the desert inspired countless followers and shaped the monastic tradition. He is venerated as a saint in many Christian denominations. Here are 28 of his quotes:
Just as fish die if they stay too long out of water, so the monks who loiter outside their cells or pass their time with men of the world lose the intensity of inner peace. So like a fish going towards the sea, we must hurry to reach our cell, for fear that if we delay outside, we will lose our interior watchfulness.
Anthony the Great
Anthony the Great
Occupation: Egyptian Saint
Born: 251
Died: 357
Quotes count: 28
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