Originating from Chalcedon, the Blessed One was the son of Christian parents. From a young age, he was distinguished by his gentle nature and desire for goodness. After the death of his parents at the age of fifteen, he decided to leave the world and embraced monasticism. He went to the desert to the hermit Maium, where he began to imitate him in fasting and prayer, surpassing even his teacher.
In the desert, the saint carried water from the Euphrates River, and once an Angel filled his vessel, which marked the beginning of his miracles. His fame spread, and the suffering began to come to him. Saint Anin healed diseases and taught people while remaining in his cell.
Due to a lack of water, he dug a well, and once, when the water ran dry, rain poured down abundantly at the saint's prayer. The saint also helped the poor by giving them the donkeys sent by Bishop Patricius for carrying water.
Saint Anin healed not only people but also animals, and his miracles continued to multiply. He foretold the future, including invasions by barbarians. Living for one hundred and ten years, the saint predicted his death and, gathering the brethren, instructed them. At the moment of his death, he saw the heavenly Jerusalem and was called by the Lord.
The brethren buried him with honor, praising God.
