Monk
Venerable Dosifei (Kolchenkоv), in the world Dmitry, was born in 1811 in the village of Snagost, Kursk province. Since 1840, he was listed among the brethren of the Glinskaya Desert. In 1849, he was tonsured into the mantle with the name Dosifei. In 1851, his ordination to the rank of hierodeacon was planned, but he declined to accept the office, considering himself uneducated. Enduring an inner struggle and temptations from demons, Fr. Dosifei, with the support of the brethren, found peace in his heart. He undertook a severe asceticism, limiting himself in communication and comforts, and maintained simplicity in his food. Having gone through trials, he acquired the gifts of discernment and healing. After his death, on the 40th day, he appeared in a dream to the brotherhood's cook, confirming that he had received mercy from the Lord through the mercy of the Mother of God.
