St Ephrem the Syrian - Hymns on ParadiseIn his cycle of 15 Hymns on Paradise, St. Ephrem the Syrian weaves a profound theological synthesis around the Biblical narrative in Genesis 2 and 3. In this fine Christian poetry, the author expresses his awareness of the sacramental character of the created world, and of the potential of everything in it to act as a witness and pointer to the Creator. God's two witnesses, says Ephrem, are, "Nature, through man's use of it, [and] Scripture, through

This recording by our monastic choir includes all the hymns of Paschal Matins

and ye came unto me

This convenient pocket size book contains the necessary texts for the celebration of the liturgy of St John Chrysostom by the priest and deacon

but reflecting the immediacy of real experience

Now ninety-four years of age

and intellectualism over divine revelation

presenting the Orthodox monastic tradition which inspired them and which is still alive today for those who would follow in their footsteps

Like a shining light

He has served as Professor of Theology and Head of Theology & Religious Studies at Leeds Trinity and All Saints College

Or are you a member of another faith who is curious what Orthodoxy is all about

From the book: "

Seraphim taught that the acquisition of the Holy Spirit is the aim of all spiritual life