On Elder Aimilianos of Simonopetra - Archbishop Alexander (Golitzin)

In this episode Archbishop Alexander Golitzin discusses the life and work of Elder Aimilianos of blessed memory, and how the Elder impacted his own spiritual and intellectual life.
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“He is, I think, a contemporary Father of the Church.”
- Archbishop Alexander (Golitzin), on Elder Aimilianos of Simonopetra Monastery on Mount Athos
As you may be aware, the great Elder Aimilianos of Simonopetra reposed in the Lord yesterday, and today was his funeral. Providentially, I was recently blessed to have interviewed one of his disciples, the OCA's Archbishop Alexander (Golitzin).
May his memory be eternal!
His Eminence Archbishop Alexander is a graduate of Oxford University, was Professor of Patristics at Marquette University, and is currently the OCA's Archbishop of Dallas, the South, and the Bulgarian Diocese.
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[@raymondwade2433]

I am a former Protestant pastor of 23 years, who also served as a missionary to Russia for a number of years. My formal education was in Biblical studies and Greek. While living in Russia I was introduced to Russian literature, in particular I was captivated by the work of Dostoyevsky, “The Brothers Karamazov” being my favorite of his works. It was through such literary works that my thinking began to explore spiritual concepts outside of Protestantism. Only recently have I begun to study the history and teachings of the Orthodox Church, and in so doing I discovered the book: “The Way of the Spirit” by Archimandrite Aimilianos of Simonopetra. To say that this work is transformative is a vast understatement! I am reading with a sense of treading on holy ground.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Glory to God! The Brothers Karamazov was important in my journey as well...as was Archimandrite Aimilianos! May God continue to guide you, brother!

[@DaveK548]

Flat out amazing! The Archbishop’s book The Living Witness of the Holy Mountain is one of my all-time favorites - and to hear his thoughts just after the Elder’s repose is a privilege. Your timing can’t be beat.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God!

[@josiahkeen]

Great talk - thoroughly enjoyed the acoustics as well as the calm and collected words of His Eminence.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Christ is Risen! Thanks to God!

[@susieford3954]

Thank you. May God be Praised and Glorified through these works.Bishop Alexander, joyful to say he is our Bishop here in Michigan, is a wonderful example of Christ to us all. His deep love for his mentor should make us thirst for the same in the relationship with our own spiritual Father's. Praying we all find lessons in life from Father Amilianos and Bishop Alexander that we may live a life pleasing to God.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Amen! Thanks to God!

[@pravolub8]

I recently had the privilege of meeting his Eminence during a Saturday night (Sunday) Vespers, and had dinner with him and Fr Don Anthony, and other members of St Elia the Prophet Orthodox Church. I am so humbled of what a privilege it was after watching this video. Thank you so much for posting it.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God!

[@BX0207]

Im in awe and speechless...

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God!

[@shelleykatherine5793]

Exquisitely beautiful...

[@joshua_wherley]

I've been fortunate to have met Archbishop Alexander a couple of times, as my home parish is in the OCA - Bulgarian Diocese. He is a brilliant mind and an exceptional shepherd. Thank you for this video!

[@radicr]

What do you mean Bulgarian Diocese in OCA? Is that divided by national churches somehow in OCA, I did not expect it. Or I am misunderstanding what you said.

[@joshua_wherley]

@@radicr there are both regional dioceses in the OCA (South, West, Midwest) and "ethnic" dioceses (Albanian, Romanian, Bulgarian). All are typically English-speaking, though.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God!

[@kaybrown4010]

Christ is Risen! We’re so blessed to have Archbishop Alexander as our hierarch. May God grant him many years,

[@ProtectingVeil]

Amen!

[@anastasiahalkias6129]

Yes, especially when he was pro the vacc….

[@robertattaway3119]

Thank you for interviewing his Emminence. Really liked the way he explained Theology as much more than just facts about God. As something living. Wow!

[@ProtectingVeil]

Christ is Risen! Thanks to God! Thanks for staying tuned, brother!

[@forrestpalmer6077]

Thank you, Hermon! This is a beautiful and timely talk. Much appreciated!!! Christ is risen!

[@ProtectingVeil]

Christ is Risen! Thanks to God! Hey Forrest...glad you found the channel!

[@hannad7720]

Thank you so much for these interviews!

[@ProtectingVeil]

Christ is Risen! Thanks to God!

[@JohnPChild]

Thank you for posting this.

[@OrthoAutist]

Fantastic interview HE strikes me as an incredibly humble man.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God...he had a good teacher!

[@paulschellbach424]

Very profound

[@rwightmanify]

Having known Archbishop (St) Dmitri for some years, I find that Archbishop Alexander is indeed a worthy (AXIOS!) successor in the Archdiocese of the Diocese of Dallas and the South. I look forward to hearing more from him on many topics. Fr. Reid Nelson Wightman, Missionaries of St. John, Anglican

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God...He provides!

[@D-A-K]

I did not get to meet him, but I was in attendance at a Hierarchical Liturgy in which his Eminence participated. He's the first Orthodox Bishop I've seen in person and, as an inquirer wary of church hierarchy, I was comforted by his calm, humble demeanor. Even from afar I could see he understood that the way up is the way down. Thank you for interviewing him! As an aside, is that a button of the Mother of God?

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God! I believe it is...which is lovely, too...

[@mdb60]

Fantastic.... the tales of the Elder Fathers fascinate and inspire. And the good ArchBishop disseminates the information beautifully. Thanks again for a great Friday addition. I always look forward to them ... ☦️ 🐝 ☦️

[@ProtectingVeil]

Christ is Risen! Thanks to God! Thank you for your encouragement and for staying tuned!

[@vickykentrota9031]

Beautiful words spoken.Thank you for the video.God bless you all.

[@ProtectingVeil]

Amen...Thanks to God!

[@alexandragaughan-campbell218]

Thank you!

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God!

[@timib1166]

Thank you so much for this video. What a revelation, arch.Alexander,and great words on fEmilianos ... Greetings from Serbia.

[@sofiebult]

thank heeeeps. that was pretty Kool. I love truth.

[@hz3917]

Many years, Master! Edit: looking forward to the rest of the interview

[@ProtectingVeil]

Amen! Christ is Risen! Stay tuned...

[@hz3917]

@@ProtectingVeil Truly He is Risen!

[@josephmillraney1061]

I pray for Archbishop Alexander, along with our Metropolitan Tikhon during the Liturgy. Would enjoy hearing from his Eminence again. Thank you?

[@ProtectingVeil]

Thanks to God...there's certainly more to come...stay tuned!

[@apmoy70]

It is so befitting to the memory of the elder that you asked his eminence for a word about him, I presume you were informed that the elder reposed in the Lord yesterday (May 9th),weren't you?

[@ProtectingVeil]

Yes, indeed...αιωνία η μνήμη αυτού!

[@joylarson9040]

Wonderful!

[@mitchrivers9737]

Have you given consideration to dropping full length interviews for us to enjoy

[@ProtectingVeil]

Indeed...in the fullness of time!

[@pe7146]

Lord, Jesus Christ,Son of The Living God have mercy on me, a sinner.

[@syncleticasaint9134]

The Archbishop visited our Cathedral where i was Sacristan. I cared for his attire and he totally snubbed me. Not even a nod when i greeted him. Having a Nun who was Sacristan was unusual. These are often arrogant men ..people who are pumped up by programs like yours that cater to a cult of the intellect. This is not humble or gentle. Not what we should imitate. These intellectuals in the church need to sit down quietly and look in their hearts ...stop the interviews for awhile ...go to their Center and relearn to Love and treat their neighabor with the charity He taught us. Stop this cult of intellectual hierarchy! You are killing the simplicity He teaches us to embrace! Follow the One not the many!