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JOHN THE EGYPTIAN
saint JOHN THE EGYPTIAN hermit, depicted imparting wisdom to a pilgrim visitor (illustration to Wynkyn de Wordes 1495 edition of Vitas patrum) Date: circa 304 - 394
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1495 Depicted Edition Hermit Pilgrim Visitor Wisdom Wordes Wynkyn Worde
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In this evocative illustration from Wynkyn de Worde's 1495 edition of "Vitas Patrum" or "Lives of the Fathers," we encounter Saint John the Egyptian, a renowned desert hermit and spiritual guide. Dressed in the traditional garb of a desert ascetic, John is depicted with a serene expression and piercing gaze, imparting wisdom to a humble pilgrim visitor. Saint John the Egyptian, also known as John the Dwarf or John the Little, was born in Egypt around 304 AD and lived until approximately 394 AD. He is believed to have been a disciple of Saint Anthony the Great, the father of Christian monasticism in Egypt. John is renowned for his extreme asceticism, living in solitude in the desert for over sixty years, surviving on a meager diet, and enduring numerous trials and temptations. Despite his reclusive lifestyle, John was known to receive visitors seeking spiritual guidance and enlightenment. The pilgrim in this illustration appears to be in awe of the wise hermit, eagerly listening to his words and absorbing the knowledge he imparts. The desert landscape behind them serves as a reminder of the harsh conditions in which John lived and the spiritual transformation that can be achieved through solitude, prayer, and self-denial. This image of Saint John the Egyptian imparting wisdom to a pilgrim visitor is a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of the desert fathers and mothers and the timeless appeal of the spiritual journey. It invites us to reflect on the importance of seeking wisdom and guidance from those who have walked the spiritual path before us and to embrace the challenges and rewards of our own spiritual journey.
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