St. Symeon the New Theologian
Byzantine mystic and spiritual writer
Biography
Saint Symeon, the New Theologian, lived during the latter half of the 10th century. Symeon practiced and promoted a deep, thoughtful prayer life. His life as a monk and a mystic gave voice to his passion for prayer. He taught the way to enlightenment (both spiritually and physically) through prayer. Prayer was also key to the interpretation of the scriptures. Eastern Orthodoxy would build on these foundational teachings four centuries later.Wailand Groenendyk
CCEL Staff Writer