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The Philokalia Volume I – Revised and Expanded
Translated from the Russian Edition of Saint Theophan the Recluse

A New Translation of the Classic Orthodox Spiritual Treasury

This landmark English translation brings Saint Theophan the Recluse’s expanded Russian Philokalia to modern readers for the first time. Unlike the Greek Philokalia, Saint Theophan’s version includes additional writings and systematic arrangements specifically designed to guide Orthodox Christians on the path of spiritual transformation.

What Makes This Edition Unique:

Complete and Unabridged: Every word faithfully rendered from Saint Theophan’s Russian textExpanded Content: Includes writings not found in the Greek PhilokaliaModern, Flowing English: Reverent yet accessible translation that preserves the patristic voiceOrthodox Study Bible Citations: All Scripture references updated to OSB-NKJVSystematic Arrangement: Saint Theophan’s thoughtful organization for progressive spiritual reading

Volume I Contains:

Saint Anthony the Great: Instructions on life in Christ, 170 chapters on good morality, rules of hermitic life, and memorable sayingsSaint Macarius the Great: Teachings on Christian life from his homilies, covering the journey from fallen state to spiritual perfectionAbba Isaiah: Twenty-nine complete discourses on monastic life, virtue, and spiritual warfareSaint Mark the Ascetic: Instructions on the spiritual law and justification by graceAbba Evagrius: Comprehensive teachings on the ascetic life, the eight thoughts, and contemplative prayer

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