Venerable John Iacob the Romanian, after years of serving in remote monasteries and caves in the Holy Land, faced immense temptations. Demons whispered doubts, urging him to abandon his ascetic life. One night, as he prayed fervently, a vision appeared: the Theotokos, surrounded by light, extended her hand in blessing. Strengthened, he rebuked the demons, who vanished instantly. He continued his work translating patristic texts.

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