Early Life
What does the name “Macarius” mean?
Blessed
What did the angel say Macarius would become?
“A father to many spiritual children”
Why did people ask the bishop to ordain Macarius a priest?
Because he grew in virtue
For how many days did the cherubim walk with Macarius?
2 days
What did Macarius do when devils fought him?
He prayed
In which century was St. Macarius born?
the 4th century
What kind of parents did Macarius have?
Christian parents
What did the villagers falsely accuse Macarius of?
Doing something wrong
Where did the cherubim take Macarius?
“The wilderness of Scetis”
What did God do when Macarius was attacked by devils?
He supported him
Where was St. Macarius born?
Upper Egypt
What was Macarius known for?
"Obedience, humility, and meekness”
What did Macarius do when he found out the villagers were coming to ask for forgiveness?
Escaped and lived in a different cell
What did the cherubim tell Macarius?
He told him to live in the wilderness and he would be with him.
What did many disciples do?
Followed him and became monks
Who saw a vision before Macarius was born?
His father
What did Macarius do after his father passed away?
He gave all his money to the poor and needy.
How old was Macarius when he left his cell?
30 years old
Who did Macarius become a disciple of?
St. Anthony
What is the Coptic date of St. Macarius’s departure?
27th of Paremhotep
What did the angel tell Macarius’s father in the vision?
“He would have a son”
Where did Macarius live after giving his money to the poor?
In a cell outside the village
Who did Macarius see walking before him?
a cherubim
What did St. Anthony say to Macarius?
"You shall be blessed as your name”
What is the Gregorian calendar date of his departure?
April 5