Saint Agapius, a novice of the elder hermit in the Vatopedi Skete of Kalyce, was captured by the Turks and sold into slavery in Magnisia, where he spent 12 years. He did not lose hope for liberation and prayed to the Mother of God. One night, in a dream, the Heavenly Intercessor commanded him to 'go without fear to your elder.' Having freed himself from chains, Saint Agapius returned to the Holy Mountain. However, his spiritual father, wishing to strengthen his humility and faith, instructed him to return to his master. The saint returned to captivity without complaint, and upon hearing the command of his spiritual guide, the master, astonished by Agapius's humility, released him and himself came with his sons to the Holy Mountain, was baptized, and took monastic vows.
