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365 μικρά κείμενα, μικρές καθημερινές καταγραφές πίστης και ευλάβειας, αφορμές πνευματικής εγρήγορσης. Συγγραφέας του βιβλίου είναι ο γέροντας Τρύφωνας του Βάσον και στόχος του με το παρόν είναι να προσφέρει στον αναγνώστη ένα ξεχωριστό μήνυμα, μια έμπνευση στο ξεκίνημα κάθε του ημέρας.
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First published December 8, 2014
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January 3, 2023
Abbot Tryphon imparts Godly wisdom for each day of the year.
November 23, 2019
A book of daily reflections from Abbot Tryphon, an Orthodox Christian monk and a well known podcaster and blogger from Ancient Faith Radio. The book is divided into daily devotionals, one page for each day of the year. No particular pattern is followed, though some topics align with feast days or fasts.
A broad range of topics are covered. Abbot Tryphon reflects on church theology, church tradition, and offers guidance about how to live out the Orthodox faith in our day to day lives. Some of these topics are repeated, but if the book is read as it was designed, they will serve as refreshers and reminders, not repetition.
The book is written in an approachable tone and style, and is wonderfully non-academic in character. I have seen many people worried that Orthodoxy is “too complex” or “scholarly” of a faith, but Abbot Tryphon displays the teachings of the faith with simplicity and warmth. If a reader does not know much about the faith, they will learn plenty. If they already know a good deal, then they will find straightforward reflection to carry through their day.
The only potential drawback is that many of the reflections were original posted on Abbot Tryphon’s blog, so the book is not wholly original. But it is great to revisit them on paper, and this will pose no problem for those who have not read his blog.
A broad range of topics are covered. Abbot Tryphon reflects on church theology, church tradition, and offers guidance about how to live out the Orthodox faith in our day to day lives. Some of these topics are repeated, but if the book is read as it was designed, they will serve as refreshers and reminders, not repetition.
The book is written in an approachable tone and style, and is wonderfully non-academic in character. I have seen many people worried that Orthodoxy is “too complex” or “scholarly” of a faith, but Abbot Tryphon displays the teachings of the faith with simplicity and warmth. If a reader does not know much about the faith, they will learn plenty. If they already know a good deal, then they will find straightforward reflection to carry through their day.
The only potential drawback is that many of the reflections were original posted on Abbot Tryphon’s blog, so the book is not wholly original. But it is great to revisit them on paper, and this will pose no problem for those who have not read his blog.
August 19, 2015
I didn't read it how it is intended - a day at at time. Instead, I read a few pages in the morning. While I'd read many of them before from the blog, they are absolutely wonderful to re-read, and offer excellent tidbets. A definite keeper.
August 10, 2016
This is a little gem of a book. There is a passage written by Abbot Tryphon for each morning and I have found it to be an excellent way to start my day. His blog is wonderful also for those looking for Orthodox guidance.
December 9, 2019
I love this book! If you’re like me with a busy lifestyle, and you struggle to get your daily spiritual fuel, this book is for you. The entire book is a collection of daily readings that take no more than a minute or two to read. Each passage is short and sweet, and best of all, each passage is loaded with a profound message to carry you throughout your day. This isn’t a book filled with complicated theology or academic verbiage. The words in this book are practical and easy to digest (even though some passage will definitely challenge you). I have grown more fond of Abbot Tryphon with every passage I read. He’s truly a gifted man that has a talent for expressing the simplicity of the spiritual life with a pleasant flavor, even when it comes to the toughest of messages. He really conveys the mind of Christ in the whole book. He connects to every Christian, regardless of the person’s background.
I’ve listened to “The Morning Offering” Podcast quite regularly so I must admit that his deep voice has typically resonated in my ears during my reading of these daily passages. I can usually hear that same tone of voice in the words I read in this book, which is actually more of a perk, but I presume that has pleasantly biased my reading of this book. Anyone who has heard Abbot Tryphon’s voice will know exactly what I mean. On a side note: I also appreciate the physical quality of this publication. I don’t know how to explain it but if you love books, you know when a book just feels good in your hands, and this is one of them. It doesn’t feel like a cheep printing, it’s something that even compels you to carefully preserve it because of its quality. I certainly have nothing negative to say about this book although at times I finish reading a certain passage and wish that there was still more content to elaborate on the same topic and to further expand on it, although that would defeat the very purpose of this book—to give you a short and sweet spiritual bite to feed your soul and help you grow every day.
I’ve listened to “The Morning Offering” Podcast quite regularly so I must admit that his deep voice has typically resonated in my ears during my reading of these daily passages. I can usually hear that same tone of voice in the words I read in this book, which is actually more of a perk, but I presume that has pleasantly biased my reading of this book. Anyone who has heard Abbot Tryphon’s voice will know exactly what I mean. On a side note: I also appreciate the physical quality of this publication. I don’t know how to explain it but if you love books, you know when a book just feels good in your hands, and this is one of them. It doesn’t feel like a cheep printing, it’s something that even compels you to carefully preserve it because of its quality. I certainly have nothing negative to say about this book although at times I finish reading a certain passage and wish that there was still more content to elaborate on the same topic and to further expand on it, although that would defeat the very purpose of this book—to give you a short and sweet spiritual bite to feed your soul and help you grow every day.
December 9, 2019
I love this book! If you’re like me with a busy lifestyle, and you struggle to get your daily spiritual fuel, this book is for you. The entire book is a collection of daily readings that take no more than a minute or two to read. Each passage is short and sweet, and best of all, each passage is loaded with a profound message to carry you throughout your day. This isn’t a book filled with complicated theology or academic verbiage. The words in this book are practical and easy to digest (even though some passage will definitely challenge you). I have grown more fond of Abbot Tryphon with every passage I read. He’s truly a gifted man that has a talent for expressing the simplicity of the spiritual life with a pleasant flavor, even when it comes to the toughest of messages. He really conveys the mind of Christ in the whole book. He connects to every Christian, regardless of the person’s background.
I’ve listened to “The Morning Offering” Podcast quite regularly so I must admit that his deep voice has typically resonated in my ears during my reading of these daily passages. I can usually hear that same tone of voice in the words I read in this book, which is actually more of a perk, but I presume that has pleasantly biased my reading of this book. Anyone who has heard Abbot Tryphon’s voice will know exactly what I mean. On a side note: I also appreciate the physical quality of this publication. I don’t know how to explain it but if you love books, you know when a book just feels good in your hands, and this is one of them. It doesn’t feel like a cheep printing, it’s something that even compels you to carefully preserve it because of its quality. I certainly have nothing negative to say about this book although at times I finish reading a certain passage and wish that there was still more content to elaborate on the same topic and to further expand on it, although that would defeat the very purpose of this book—to give you a short and sweet spiritual bite to feed your soul and help you grow every day.
I’ve listened to “The Morning Offering” Podcast quite regularly so I must admit that his deep voice has typically resonated in my ears during my reading of these daily passages. I can usually hear that same tone of voice in the words I read in this book, which is actually more of a perk, but I presume that has pleasantly biased my reading of this book. Anyone who has heard Abbot Tryphon’s voice will know exactly what I mean. On a side note: I also appreciate the physical quality of this publication. I don’t know how to explain it but if you love books, you know when a book just feels good in your hands, and this is one of them. It doesn’t feel like a cheep printing, it’s something that even compels you to carefully preserve it because of its quality. I certainly have nothing negative to say about this book although at times I finish reading a certain passage and wish that there was still more content to elaborate on the same topic and to further expand on it, although that would defeat the very purpose of this book—to give you a short and sweet spiritual bite to feed your soul and help you grow every day.
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May 15, 2021The Morning Offering by Abbot Tryphon is a beautiful collection of blog-style readings for each day of the year. Short, simple, and concise, The Morning Offering is a
great way to power start your day
.
Abbot Tryphon, a former college professor, is particularly gifted at communicating to the youth. Both the voracious and casual reader will find this book humorous, lighthearted, and uplifting. Many teens would find the abbot’s perception of family, school, and church life to
be accurate accounts of their personal struggles in such areas. Abbot Tryphon’s comments, suggestions, and personal experiences are great examples as to how Christians should live their lives.
The Morning Offering touches on areas such as procrastination, complaining, pride, living just for “me” and how to keep our prayer meaningful. The abbot’s explanations are free of incomprehensible doctrine and written in a style understandable to young and old.
One of the things I particularly enjoyed about this book was the fluency of reading from one day to another. The topic changed daily, yet it in some way it was a continuance of the previous reading. Abbot Tryphon has a gift for writing with ease and grace.
great way to power start your day
.
Abbot Tryphon, a former college professor, is particularly gifted at communicating to the youth. Both the voracious and casual reader will find this book humorous, lighthearted, and uplifting. Many teens would find the abbot’s perception of family, school, and church life to
be accurate accounts of their personal struggles in such areas. Abbot Tryphon’s comments, suggestions, and personal experiences are great examples as to how Christians should live their lives.
The Morning Offering touches on areas such as procrastination, complaining, pride, living just for “me” and how to keep our prayer meaningful. The abbot’s explanations are free of incomprehensible doctrine and written in a style understandable to young and old.
One of the things I particularly enjoyed about this book was the fluency of reading from one day to another. The topic changed daily, yet it in some way it was a continuance of the previous reading. Abbot Tryphon has a gift for writing with ease and grace.
December 31, 2018
A daily devotional full of wisdom to ponder over every day. Each day in the year has its own page or two, with meditations, advice, and commentaries devoted to some topic of Christian life. Each passage is edifying, and gives you something to think about each day.
For me, it's been a fantastic way to start every morning of 2018. Highly recommended.
For me, it's been a fantastic way to start every morning of 2018. Highly recommended.
March 23, 2015
Abbot Tryphon is both a blogger and podcaster at Ancient Faith Radio. He has recently published a book called The Morning Offering. It shares its name with both his blog and podcast. The book is laid out in the format of a daily devotional with a page devoted to each day of the year. The flaw with this book, as with most daily devotionals, is that they forget February 29th. Sure, this is only an issue once every four years, but it can be very annoying when you want a reading and don't have one.
Here is a sample of one of the reflections. January 1 begins by talking about typical resolutions, like losing weight or saving money. Instead of these cliched resolutions, Abbot Tryphon offers us these words of wisdom. "A better plan would be to pledge ourselves to exercise virtue during the coming year. Doing this means disposing ourselves to do good habitually and firmly. We pledge ourselves not only to perform good acts, but also to give the best of ourselves to others. Virtuous people tend toward the good with all their sensory and spiritual powers and also pursue the good, choosing to do it through concrete actions."
This and the many other great reflections in this book are the perfect way to start your day. Each reading takes only five to ten minutes to read, so you can read it over breakfast or a cup of coffee. At times, you cannot tell this book is Eastern Orthodox, but then he makes references to hesychia, Elder Paisos of Mount Athos, and St. John the Wonderworker.This is neither a criticism nor a compliment, merely an observation. Therefore, you could buy this book for your Catholic or Protestant family and friends, and they would find it approachable and understandable as well. Even though the year is almost one-fourth over, it's not too late to draw closer to God. This book is a simple starting point for doing just that.
Here is a sample of one of the reflections. January 1 begins by talking about typical resolutions, like losing weight or saving money. Instead of these cliched resolutions, Abbot Tryphon offers us these words of wisdom. "A better plan would be to pledge ourselves to exercise virtue during the coming year. Doing this means disposing ourselves to do good habitually and firmly. We pledge ourselves not only to perform good acts, but also to give the best of ourselves to others. Virtuous people tend toward the good with all their sensory and spiritual powers and also pursue the good, choosing to do it through concrete actions."
This and the many other great reflections in this book are the perfect way to start your day. Each reading takes only five to ten minutes to read, so you can read it over breakfast or a cup of coffee. At times, you cannot tell this book is Eastern Orthodox, but then he makes references to hesychia, Elder Paisos of Mount Athos, and St. John the Wonderworker.This is neither a criticism nor a compliment, merely an observation. Therefore, you could buy this book for your Catholic or Protestant family and friends, and they would find it approachable and understandable as well. Even though the year is almost one-fourth over, it's not too late to draw closer to God. This book is a simple starting point for doing just that.
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