Every soul, illuminated from above by grace, is simple; in it, there is neither guile nor deceit; it is the vessel and dwelling of God Himself. Among such chosen ones was our venerable father Spyridon. He came from a village, was not educated in literary arts, but was great in his spiritual understanding and God-pleasing deeds. Having the fear of the Lord in his heart, he came to the Caves Monastery and began to lead a strict monastic life. Not knowing letters, he started to learn literary arts, although he was no longer young in years. The holy ascetic, with unwavering zeal, labored and cared for the salvation of his soul, daily singing the Psalter of David.
Igumen Pimen the ascetic, seeing the humility and diligence of Saint Spyridon, entrusted him with the task of baking bread for the Divine Liturgy. Blessed Spyridon, fulfilling this task, did not abandon his spiritual labors, always offering praise to God. Once, having heated the oven, he encountered a fire, but by covering the mouth of the oven with his mantle and filling it with water, he was able to extinguish the fire with the help of the brethren, while his mantle remained untouched by the flames.
With Saint Spyridon worked Brother Nikodim, who also fervently prayed and shared the labors with him. These ascetics worked holily for thirty years, fulfilling their obedience. Having departed in good confession, they are filled with the glory of God, which they behold face to face. By their holy prayers, may we also be nourished with the bread of life - the grace and glory of Jesus Christ.
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Their blessed repose occurred around the middle of the 12th century. Their relics rest in the cave of Anthony.
