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Resurrection
A video for Easter, or 'Pascha', the greatest day of the Christian year, and the most important day of history. The visuals are inspired by John 20:3-4. Our deepest thanks to our collaborators around the world who provided us with readings of the Orthodox Easter Troparion in Russian, Hungarian, Japanese, French, German, Swahili, Arabic, Norwegian, Serbian, Greek, Lugandan, Swedish, Spanish and Romanian. Voices provided by Daria, Fr Gergely, Masatoshi John, Alexandra, Denisa, James, Fr Quartos, Marian, Fr Kyrill, Banayiodis, Jonas, Maria and Marie. Also thanks to Luiza and Nicole. And special thanks to Mike for the epic lighting in the final shot. The text is believed to have been written by St Romanos the Melodist in the 6th century. Christ is Risen!
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Lazarus
In honour of St Lazarus, whose story is told in the Bible (John 11:1-45). Filmed at Kerepesi Cemetery in Budapest, Hungary Full Poem: Where is the darkness of which I heard? Where’s the sting of death we fear?The curtains rolled back at His word Till I found myself standing here The sunlight warm and rich and real, My own eyes shining in its light. The air I breathe, the wind I feel, The rush of every sound and sight. At the words of the Messiah I rose up, the world to meet And a warning shot was fired, Death must ready for defeat. Death could not hold a mortal man And it shall not hold the King. I heard His call, to Him I ran, O death where is thy sting. O death, your threat is null and void. You will become a doorway to the skies.He warned you, you would be destroyed, When He said, “Lazarus, arise.” Read the full story at: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+11%3A1-45&version=NKJV Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
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Dragonfire
For valour in the face of danger. Inspired by St. George - Saint George lived in the Middle East at the end of the third century. He was an officer in the Roman army and was martyred for his faith around the year 303. Today he is remembered as the patron saint of England and Georgia (both countries bear the Cross of St George on their flags), cities such as Beirut and Moscow, as well as of soldiers and farmers. --- There are tales I hear of days most dire of heroes, of battles, of dragon fire. But heroism is a narrow road, a path of pain not oft bestowed for there one holds to truth in the face of lies and stands to stare death in the eyes. It is a path soaked through with sweat and tears, that weaves through dungeons to the points of spears. Where worldly honour is dragged through mud and the price of valour is payed in blood. Yet the resolve resounds through the tormentor’s worst and the tormentor tires of torment first For the hero rises time and again the war to win and truth defend. In perils and poison to choose to fight, and in the coals and flames to find the light, by such are the flames of honour fanned, And on such shoulders do the kingdom’s stand. The furnace of valour grows not cold, And so long as it burns, so shall the tales be told. --- Created by a total of two people in a garage during the Covid lockdown Made with support from our friends at Transfigure Media: http://transfiguremedia.com Follow The Brothers Robinson on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson Official Selection: Spiritus Short Film Award 2020
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Liga - Romanian Christmas Carol Documentary
The story of a Romanian youth group keeping ancient Christmas traditions alive. Through the power of song and through their faith, they bring joy to thousands across Transylvania with beautiful carols and stunning national costumes. Filmed over the month of December 2019, this documentary is a rare look into the Orthodox Christian culture of Romania, and features carols that have never been shown to an English speaking audience. To find out more about the Romanian Christmas carollers visit the Facebook page for Liga Studentilor din Cluj: https://www.facebook.com/LigaCluj To watch the complete Christmas concert for more Romanian Christmas songs from 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjZLxRvAaIk For more information, photos and details follow the filmmakers, The Brothers Robinson on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
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Burnished
A poem inspired by the unusual and powerful fifth century story of Saint Mary of Egypt. She is remembered in the Orthodox Church annually on the first of April, and on the Fifth Sunday of Great Lent. Her story of abandoning a life of sin for one of asceticism has inspired the Church for centuries. To read one version of her story: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2022/04/01/100963-venerable-mary-of-egypt Another: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Mary_of_Egypt Or to watch a short video about her life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBXvDuNElB8 The icon featured is by the hand of Brian Matthew Whirledge, and is used with permission. To see Brian's work: https://www.brianwhirledge.com FULL POEM: Banished from the world of man, Skin burnished by the desert sands A new life wrenched from a sinner’s grave And from the hollow pleasures of the self-enslaved Where once a shadow danced in a shallow soul A light shines from an eternal coal May eons pass as the light within Just brightens through those cracks of skin And the refined purity of those desert skies Only build the beauty reflected in Zosimas’ eyes May those tattered rags of royalty A sign of wealth forever be As each new age walks a flowing river To meet the immortally forgiven.
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The Canonisation of Stanislav
A special event in honour of a rare hero, this is the canonisation of Saint Stanislav Nasadil, a 20th century martyr. This truly unique event was filmed at the Cathedral of the Dormition & St. John the Merciful, in Košice, Slovakia, 2019. Our special thanks to the kindness of our friend Jozka for the hospitality! Errata: We incorrectly said that Stanislav was from Slovakia. This was of course before Slovakia was a country, but his hometown was actually in the modern day Czech Republic. ALSO (we're imperfect) the date of the Divine Liturgy is of course supposed to read as the 9th, not the 8th, which was Vespers the night before To read more about Stanislav: https://orthochristian.com/121838.html https://www.ob-eparchie.cz/2019/07/11/svaty-novomucednik-jerej-stanislav-nasadil-licko-jesenicky/ The official website of the Czech & Slovakian church: (in Czech) https://www.pp-eparchie.cz (in Slovakian) https://orthodox.sk To follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
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Magi (Christmas Sci-Fi Film)
Three travellers journey across the galaxy, following a star to a tiny planet, for a small, hidden and yet cosmic event. Released on 7th January 2022 for Christmas Day as celebrated on the old calendar by Christians in Russia, Egypt, Serbia, and in other countries. Starring the voices of Brandon Talley, Ban Vanezi, and Andrew Robinson Follow us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson The Nativity Troparion (an ancient Christian hymn for Christmas): Your Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the Light of knowledge! For by it, they who worshipped the stars, were taught by a Star to worship You, the Sun of Righteousness, and to know You, the Dayspring from on High. O Lord, glory to You!
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Be Still and Know
A short video in honour of St Patrick of Ireland. It features one of his famous quotes, which itself quotes and delves deeper into Psalm 46 verse 10. Featuring our friend Daria Illina and filmed at the ruins of the 13th century Dominican Monastery on Margit Island, Budapest. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson/ Read the entirety of Psalm 46 here: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+46&version=NKJV With thanks to Carli Lewis for her graphic design help!
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A short glimpse into Oasa Monastery
Filmed during our visit to the Romanian Orthodox monastery of Oasa in central Transylvania, July 2018. We were there for a youth camp and for the monastery’s annual celebration on the feast of St. Panteleimon. One of the most remote monasteries in Romania, it still attracts pilgrims and visitors of all ages all year round. It’s a place of peace, prayer and ministry, and surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural scenery on the planet. Follow the monastery online here: https://www.facebook.com/SfantaManastireOasa And follow us here: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson Filmed during the Tabăra Internațională at Mănăstirea Oașa, Iulie 2018 with the blessing of Father Silvan, abbot of Oasa.
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Relaxing Animated Fireplace with Orthodox Quotes 4K
A relaxing background visualiser with a quote from an Orthodox saint changing every three minutes. The clock chimes once at the beginning and a second time after exactly an hour, the rest of the time it's a gentle fire sound. Made in collaboration with the Ancient Christian Wisdom page: https://www.facebook.com/TheAncientChristianWisdom If you liked it please let us know and we'll know to make more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson Or on our other YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thebrothersrobinson
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Troubles - St Basil the Great
Troubles are often the brooms and shovels that smooth the way to a good man's fortune - St. Basil the Great
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Envy is pain - St John Damascene
Envy is pain over the good fortune of others. - St John Damascene
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Inner Peace - St Isaac the Syrian
Make peace with yourself, and heaven and earth will make peace with you. - St Isaac the Syrian
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A new song - St Augustine
Let us sing a new song, not with our lips but with our hearts. - St Augustine of Hippo
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A Dog - Abba Xanthias
A dog is better than I am, for he has love and does not judge. Abba Xanthias
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God's Existence - St Silouan
It is one thing to believe that God exists, and another to know Him. - St Silouan the Athonite
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Innocence - St Amphilochios
Innocence is greater than genius. St Amphilochios of Patmos
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Vessels - St. Augustine
If a vessel is to be filled, it must first be empty. So cast all evil away from you, so that you may be filled to the brim. - St Augustine of Hippo
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Brave - St. John Chrysostom
People who are really brave are those who never despair. - St John Chrysostom
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Words - St Gregory of Nazianzus
Words do not convince me, I must have deeds. - St Gregory of Nazianzus
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Healing - St Ambrose of Milan
No-one heals himself by wounding another. - St Ambrose of Milan
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Love and forgiveness - St Mark the Ascetic
The sign of sincere love is to forgive wrongs done to us. - St Mark the Ascetic
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Miracle - St. Elizabeth the New Martyr
Every day we experience a continuous miracle. - St Elizabeth the New-Martyr
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Anxious - St Gregory the Great
Don't be anxious about what you have but about what you are - St. Gregory the Great
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The giver - St. Augustine
May I love the giver more than the gift. - St Augustine of Hippo
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Meaningless - St John of San Francisco
Our life would be meaningless if it ended with death. - St John of San Francisco
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Tongue & Heart - St John of Kronstadt
Watch whether your heart agrees with what your tongue declares. - St. John of Kronsadt
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David of Wales
Beloved in Wales and celebrated annually, this is the story of the Welsh hero and local patron saint, David. LINKS: The life of Saint David of Wales by @Trisagionfilms : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zH8a6BcFATI A short article on Saint David: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/0204/03/01/103905-saint-david-bishop-of-wales Another article about Dewi Sant: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2021/03/saint-david-bishop-of-wales-601.html An article about Saint Non of Wales: https://www.stdavidscathedral.org.uk/discover/history/St-Non The main icon of Saint David in this video is by our friend Aidan Hart, and is used with permission: https://www.aidanharticons.com/western-saints/ Hear the Divine Liturgy chanted in Welsh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYydUHO6XEw Amongst our supporters are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider becoming a regular patron of the channel so we can keep it going here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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Theodore the Tyro (Theodore the Recruit)
The tale of a young warrior who fought battles after his death. He is remembered every year on the first Saturday of Lent LINKS: Our Koliva episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAIjkDG21YE Our Great Lent episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J00UJyit-d4 Saint Gregory of Nyssa's speech about Saint Theodore the Tyro: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2010/02/panegyric-to-great-martyr-theodore-tyro.html An article about Theodore the Tiro, koliva, and the first Saturday of Great Lent: https://pravoslavie.ru/45261.html An article about how Theodore the Tyro was adapted into an action character through Russ folklore as Theodore Tirinin: https://nicholaskotar.com/2017/03/03/folk-tale-theodore-tyro/ Amongst the supporters keeping this channel alive are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider supporting our work and the creation of more videos with a monthly donation: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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Mercurius and the Persians
A story of Christian soldiers, & the mysterious circumstances that ended the reign of Julian the Apostate. LINKS: The 40 Martyrs of Sebaste episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kU3KayW7Z7w The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAlvlG2vsoY Callistratus the Soldier episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3oh7yidKSk Basil the Great episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t4mQjaQVN4 An article about Saint Mercurius of the Two Swords: https://vema.com.au/great-martyr-mercurius-of-caesarea-in-cappadocia-25-november/ Another article about Saint Mercurius Philopater a.k.a. Abu Sefein: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2016/11/24/103383-great-martyr-mercurius-of-caesarea-in-cappadocia An article about Saints Manuel, Sabel, and Ishmael of Persia: https://orthodoxtimes.com/martyrs-manuel-sabel-and-ismael-of-persia-17-june/ Further article about the Holy Martyrs Manuel, Sabel, and Ishmael: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2010/06/holy-martyrs-manuel-sabel-and-ishmael.html An article about julian the Apostate: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Julian_the_Apostate Amongst our supporters are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Consider supporting our channel monthly to ensure it continues: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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The Meeting of Our Lord in the Temple Icon (Candlemas)
In Luke chapter 2, the infant Christ is taken to the temple at 40 days of age. This icon teaches us a little about the event. LINKS: One of the icons used in this video is by Brian Whirledge & used with permission: https://www.brianwhirledge.com Our video about the 'Our Lady of the Way' icon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1byga3yx-YU An article about this icon: https://iconreader.wordpress.com/2013/02/17/presentation-of-christ-temple-and-church/ A video about the icon and feast of the Presentation of Our Lord at the Temple: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAfc9HJqyB8 Another article about the Meeting of the Lord feast: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Meeting_of_the_Lord An article about Simeon the God-Receiver: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2015/02/03/100409-holy-righteous-simeon-the-god-receiver An article for families wanting to celebrate this event: https://www.asceticlifeofmotherhood.com/blog/9presentationofchrist Amongst the friends supporting our channel are those at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org They have a new resources website for Orthodox young people: https://whatsyourministry.org/whats-your-ministry/ Please consider supporting us on a monthly basis so we can keep making Patristix and more: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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Nativity Kontakion (& Romanos the Melodist)
A reading of a 6th century hymn for Christmas, and a look at the beloved saint who wrote it! While not officially a 'Christmas carol' by definition, it is a beautiful glimpse of a Christmas text from one and a half thousand years ago, much of which is still used in Orthodox Churches today. LINKS: Support us here: http://ko-fi.com/patristix The life of Saint Romanos the Melodist: https://www.oca.org/the-hub/god-is-calling-you/the-life-of-saint-romanos-the-melodist More about Saint Roman the Melodsit: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Roman_the_Melodist About kontakions: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Kontakion Another teaching about Saint Romanos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnznc6D3reY The full text of the Nativity kontakion: https://jbburnett.com/resources/romanos_nativity.pdf Hear part of the Nativity Kontakion in English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEIh7JpUxlY Another version of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjxAcu7M-Q8 Hear some Orthodox Christmas music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5GF2Fd1Z-g A Christmas carol concert at an Orthodox cathedral: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUoxp_6EHEg Amongst the friends that have helped us continue this work are those at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Once again, please do consider supporting us on a monthly basis: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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Bethlehem Ephratha
Bethlehem's place in the story: How did Bethlehem fulfil a prophecy? Why was Rachel prophesied to weep? How do the Orthodox continue to visit Bethlehem in the Liturgy? LINKS: Our video about the Shepherds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Yfmxtluf0 Our video about the Magi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYvb9iOmHkA The Nativity icon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2gTvNXRWuQ An article on the Orthodox Proskomedia: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Proskomedia Why Rachel was mentioned, from a sermon by Saint John Chrysostom: https://iconandlight.wordpress.com/2016/12/28/in-rama-was-there-a-voice-heard-the-lament-of-rachel-saint-john-chrysostom/ About the Orthodox Church of the Nativity (one of the world's oldest operating churches): https://orthodoxwiki.org/Church_of_the_Nativity_(Bethlehem) Patristix continues thanks to support, including that of our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Consider supporting us with a monthly donation here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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The Nicene Creed
An introduction to the defining statement of what Christianity teaches. The Symbol of Faith. The Creed. LINKS: A short article about the creed: https://www.oca.org/orthodoxy/the-orthodox-faith/doctrine-scripture/the-symbol-of-faith/nicene-creed A handbook to Eastern Orthodoxy: https://essentialbeliefs.org/ Lots of answers about Orthodox topics from Fr Andrew @fr.ajarmus : https://www.youtube.com/@fr.ajarmus A website introducing Orthodoxy: https://www.orthodoxintro.org/ A short video about the Nicene Creed from @PatristicNectarFilms : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLVJbcvOFz8& A discussion from the same channel about the Filioque: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPnSWArkfgM A very short clip that introduces one of the Orthodox objections to the Filioque: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/yV43wJC3Sdk A further Orthodox article on the Filioque: https://www.oca.org/reflections/fr.-lawrence-farley/the-filoque-clause A chant of the Nicene Creed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PsRBO52dfY Amongst the friends that keep this channel running are those over at Orthodox Youth Ministries. They're doing good and important work: https://www.theoym.org/ If you're enjoying these videos and want to see them continue into the future, please consider donating here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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How a Christian Ended the Gladiators (Telemachus)
The story of Telemachus, gladiators, & how Christianity ended a thousand year old entertainment. LINKS: The story of the Holy Martyr Telemachus: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2017/01/holy-martyr-telemachus-who-put-end-to.html Another article about St Telemachus with a look at a famous painting: https://www.liturgicalartsjournal.com/2023/06/the-legend-of-st-telemachus-last-martyr.html The Orthodox Wiki article about Saint Telemachus (also known as Almachius) who ended the gladiators: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Telemachus A section from the famous 'Foxe's Book of Martyrs' that features the story of Telemachus and the gladiators (see 'the last roman triumph'): https://www.ccel.org/f/foxe/martyrs/fox103.htm The story of Alypius and the gladiators by Saint Augustine: https://members.tripod.com/campbell_university/alypius.htm Amongst our supporters are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries, helping the next generation of our faith: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider supporting Patristix and help us not just continue, but to create even MORE content: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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