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St. Theophan the Recluse on Inner Stillness - Orthodox (Matthew 6:25-27)

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"Anxiety disturbs the soul's stillness—hesychia. 'Do not worry' is the path to inner peace. Through the Jesus Prayer, through trusting the Father's providence, we quiet the anxious mind. The birds and lilies teach us: existence in God is enough. Rest in Him." — St. Theophan the Recluse. Orthodox: hesychastic trust.

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Matthew 6:25-27

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