St. Gregory of Nyssa icon (2) Mounted on wood Sizes:8 X 11

St. Gregory of Nyssa icon (2) Mounted on wood Sizes:8 X 11Orthodox icon of Saint Gregory of Nyssa (2). Commemorated January 10. Saint Gregory of Nyssa, was a younger brother of St Basil the Great. He lived during the time of the Arian disputes. He was consecrated bishop of the city of Nyssa in Cappadocia. In the year 381 St Gregory was one of the chief figures of the Second Ecumenical Council, convened at Constantinople against the heresy of Macedonius, who incorrectly taught about the Holy Spirit. At this

When the Elder was convinced that St Onuphrius had been enlightened somewhat

and it caused him no harm

who without corruption gave birth to God the Word

Because of her purity

Orthodox icon of Theotokos "Quick to Hear"

The saint exerted much effort in enhancing the splendor of the church services: he compiled a Liturgy

At the time of the Transfiguration

lighting a candle before them

a tooth found in the coffin was judged to be consistent with the DNA of Syrians living near the area of Antioch dating from 72-416 A

And in the year 57 St Dionysius was present at the repose of the Most Holy Theotokos

fearing to go to the residence of the Turkish commander openly with the Holy Gifts

Commemorated May 5