Our Fathers the Monks
Who established for us the system of monasticism?
Our Fathers, the Monks
When and where was Abba Macarius born?
In the fourth century in the village of Menouf
When St. Macarius got to the Natrum Mountains and asked the Cherub where he should settle, what did the Cherub say?
The Cherub said, "Live wherever you want."
What were the names of the two wealthy Roman brothers who where St. Macarius's disciples?
St. Maximus and St. Domitius
What is the first mission of a monk?
Prayer
What does the name "Macarius" mean?
It is a Greek name which means "The Blessed"
When the demons fought severly against St. Macarius, who did he ask for help?
He asked for God's help and God supported him.
When was St. Macarius's departure?
27th of Baramhat
Who played a significant role in establishing monasticism after St. Anthony?
St. Macarius the Great
What was the vision that Macara had?
The angel of the Lord (a Cherub with wings) spoke to him, saying, "Gad has given you this mountain as a place for you and your children, the monks after you."
What did St. Macarius give to the villagers to sell and buy his basic needs for him?
Weaved palm leaves
Who where the two women that St. Macarius visited and where were they?
What did St. Macarius say when he heard their story?
They were sister-in-laws who took care of their kids together and they were in Alexandria. They were poor but still happy and thankful to God for everything.
He said, "Truly, God looks at the readiness of the heart and gives grace to all those who want to worship Him."
What does it mean to be a monk?
Monks defend the faith and the doctrine with strength and courage, with the fathers of the church. They also deliver the with to us with the utmost integrity.
Why didn't St. Macarius want people to praise him and how old was he when the people in the village spoke badly of him?
He didn't want people to praise him because he was so humble and he was 30 years old.
Why did Abba Macarius visit St. Anthony at the Eastern Mountain and what did St. Anthony say to him?
To learn from him and become his disciple and St. Anthony said, "You will be blessed in your monastic journey."
What did St. Macarius see and hear when the two prothers started praying?
St. Domitius's voice sounded so beautiful like bells and light came out of his mouth rising to heaven. When St. Maximus would start singing, he saw a rope of fire rising to heaven.