Venerable Cleopa of Sihăstria, a beacon of monastic life, faced a severe test during Romania's communist regime. Ordered to register his monastery with the state, he refused, choosing instead to flee into the mountains with his brethren. For years, they lived in caves and forests, enduring hunger and cold, all while preserving their faith and monastic traditions. Despite the constant threat of capture, Cleopa continued to guide his spiritual children, offering solace and unwavering devotion to #God. May his prayers strengthen us in times of persecution. #OrthodoxChristian #Saints #Faith #Prayer #Romania