Early Life
Saint Arsanius’s job before becoming a monk
a teacher to the emperor's kids
Saint Arsanius lived as a monk in
The desert of Egypt
Saint Arsanius' statement about speaking
"Many times I spoke and regretted it, but I never regretted my silence.”
Learnings from Saint Arsanius’s life?
The importance of silence, humility, and prayer.
You're in a noisy classroom, and your friend wants to talk. What would Saint Arsanius do?
He would quietly find a peaceful moment to pray instead of adding to the noise.
Saint Arsanius was born in
Rome
Saint Arsanius spend most of his time in the desert doing
Praying, meditating, and listening to God.
Saint Arsanius valued silence because
It helped him listen to God and grow in wisdom.
We can practice silence in our own lives by
By setting aside quiet time to pray and listen to God.
Someone brags about how much they own. How would Saint Arsanius respond?
With humility—he’d remember that true riches come from closeness to God, not possessions.
Saint Arsanius left his position in palace because
He listened to God's voice to flee from people
What did St. Arsanius usually do every Saturday night and on major feasts eve?
He prayed during sunset till sunrise the next day when the sun was behind him.
What Bible verse reminds us to be still and listen to God?
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
Saint Arsanius gave up fame and riches to live simply in the desert. What lesson does this teach us about choosing God's path over worldly success?
It shows that true fulfillment comes from faith, humility, and prayer—not from wealth, status, or recognition.
You feel stressed and overwhelmed. How might Saint Arsanius suggest that may help you cope?
He’d suggest finding silence, spending time in prayer, and trusting in God’s peace.
How old was St Arsanius when he obeyed the voice of God and went to Egypt?
40
We celebrate his feast day on
13 Bashans (Coptic calendar)
Saint Arsanius was remembered as
The 'Silent Hermit'
Saint Arsanius gave his disciples one advice before he departed
Don't care for anything except for your 'SALVATION'
Saint Arsanius gave up his riches and good life, and this tell us about his good virtue of
Humility