The Book Of The Elders: Sayings Of The Desert F... Guide

: The elders believed humility was the only way to defeat spiritual temptations. Abba Anthony noted that while demons do not eat or sleep, they cannot overcome a truly humble person.

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: A recurring theme is that silence often speaks louder than words. Abba Pambo famously told a visitor that if they did not benefit from his silence, they would never benefit from his speech. : The elders believed humility was the only