In the reign of Theodosius the Younger, there lived in Constantinople a pious man named Auxentius, who, having left worldly vanity, embraced monasticism and served the Lord in the offices of deacon and presbyter. He received the gift of healing and cast out demons, for which he was glorified in Constantinople. Desiring a life of silence, he withdrew to the desolate mountain of 'Oksia' in Bithynia, where he lived in a cell, praising God and healing the afflicted. Many people came to him for healing and spiritual assistance.
Once, a blind woman came to him, and after praying, Auxentius healed her. He also possessed the gift of discernment, recognizing the sins of those who came to him. The saint was visited by lepers, and he healed them by anointing them with holy oil. Auxentius also healed the paralyzed and the demoniacs, and his miracles were known far beyond the borders of Bithynia.
He participated in the Fourth Ecumenical Council in Chalcedon, where he opposed heresies and was honored by the Emperor Marcian. After the council, he returned to his mountain, continuing to perform miracles and guide people on the path of salvation. The saint had the gift of foresight and predicted the death of Saint Simeon the Stylite.
Saint Auxentius reposed at an advanced age, leaving behind many monasteries and guiding many on the path of salvation.
