From the Prologue of Ochrid
Barsanuphius was a great ascetics from Gaza, clairvoyants and wonderworkers. They left a notable book of Answers to many questions about the spiritual life. They lived in the sixth century.
Barsanuphius and John of Palestine
Sts Barsanuphius and John the Prophet, monks of Palestine (6th c.)
Feast day
Coming feasts: Saturday, February 6, 2027
Also commemorated on February 6
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Questions
- When is the feast day of Barsanuphius and John of Palestine?
- The Orthodox Church commemorates Barsanuphius and John of Palestine on February 6 on the New Calendar and February 19 on the Old Calendar.
- Who else is commemorated on that day?
- The Church also remembers St Photios of Constantinople.
- When is the feast of Barsanuphius and John of Palestine in 2027?
- In 2027, on the New Calendar, it falls on Saturday, February 6.
In Orthros
On the feast day Orthros sets the life of Barsanuphius and John of Palestine before you, beside the day's fast and readings, free to read.