About St. Macarius
What does the name Macarius mean?
Blessed
Name one virtue St. Macarius was known for.
He was obedient, humble, or meek.
Where did St. Macarius desire to live?
In the desert.
What did the cherubim tell St. Macarius when they reached Scetis?
To live there because he would be with him.
Who became St. Macarius' teacher in the monastic life?
St. Anthony the Great.
In what century was St. Macarius born?
The 4th century
What did St. Macarius do with his money after his father departed?
He gave all of it to the poor.
What was the name of the wilderness where St. Macarius lived?
The wilderness of Scetis.
What did God reveal after St. Macarius was falsely accused?
That he was innocent.
What did St. Anthony say when he first met St. Macarius?
"You shall be blessed as your name."
What was St. Macarius' father?
A priest
Why did the people ask the bishop to ordain St. Macarius a priest?
Because he was known for his holiness and virtue.
What three spiritual practices did St. Macarius continue in the desert?
Prayer, fasting, and reading the Holy Scriptures.
For how many days did the cherubim lead St. Macarius?
Two days.
Name one important role monks have in the Church.
They pray for the world, preserve the faith, or leave holy teachings and sayings.
What vision did St. Macarius' father receive before his son was born?
An angel said his son would become the father of many spiritual children.
What did St. Macarius do when the villagers wanted to ask for his forgiveness?
He quietly left and lived in another cell.
Who led St. Macarius to the wilderness of Scetis?
A cherubim (angel).
Who fought against St. Macarius while he lived in the desert?
The devils.
Why did many disciples come to St. Macarius?
To learn from him and become monks.
Why is St. Macarius known as a founder of monasticism?
He founded a monastic community and guided many monks.
Which virtue did St. Macarius especially show by leaving instead of seeking revenge after being falsely accused?
Humility (accept meekness as well).
Why did St. Macarius choose to live in the desert?
To be with God and grow spiritually.
How did St. Macarius overcome the attacks of the devils?
Through prayer, and God supported him.
According to the lesson, how did monks help preserve the Church?
They prayed for the world, preserved the faith they received, and passed on their teachings to future generations.