Theodore the Silent of the Caves

Venerable Theodore the Silent of the Kiev Caves

In our church, once rested relics of the holy Venerable Theodore the Silent of the Caves.  He is remembered by the church on August 28.

Saint Theodore chose the exploit of silence, in order to dwell constantly in remembrance of God, and to safeguard himself from temptation even by a word. He was glorified by the Lord with the gift of wonderworking.