AMMA SYNCLETICA: TO COME NEAR TO GOD IS JUST LIKE BUILDING A FIRE - DESERT MOTHERS

 

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Amma Syncletica of Alexandria:

“In the beginning there is struggle and a lot of work for those who come near to God. But after that there is indescribable joy. It is just like building a fire: at first it is smoky and your eyes water, but later you get the desired result. Thus we ought to light the divine fire in ourselves with tears and effort.”

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