Humility and Self-Control: The Teachings of Saint Siluan the Athonite ( £7.40 )

Humility and Self-Control: The Teachings of Saint Siluan the Athonite explores the spiritual heart of Orthodox Christian life through the wisdom of one of its most profound modern saints. Drawing from the teachings of Saint Siluan, alongside insights from Saint Sophrony of Essex and Saint Basil the Great, this book presents humility as the essential foundation of self-control and the gateway to spiritual transformation. Within Orthodox theology, humility is not merely a moral attitude but a living awareness of one’s dependence on God and responsibility toward others. From this awareness flows true self-control—not as repression, but as a grace-filled strength bestowed by the Holy Spirit. Through prayer, ascetic practice, and communal life, believers learn to govern their thoughts and desires, transforming inner struggle into a path toward love, freedom, and theosis - union with God. This work examines how humility and self-control operate together in spiritual warfare, personal sanctification, and daily Christian life. It highlights the enduring relevance of patristic wisdom for contemporary believers, showing how the teachings of the saints continue to shape lives rooted in repentance, compassion, and divine grace. Designed and authored by Mihaela Diana Zorescu (The Peacock-Owl), this book serves as both a theological reflection and a practical spiritual companion for those seeking depth, balance, and inner peace through the Orthodox Christian tradition. © Mihaela Diana Zorescu, [2025]. All rights reserved. To purchase, please see the link below on Amazon KDP platform: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GCTXMR6G