Venerable Anthony of Iezeru Monastery, a shepherd turned monk, left his sheep to follow Christ. In a dream, he was told where to find a hidden icon of the Theotokos. This divine sign led him to Iezeru, where he rebuilt a ruined hermitage. He became known for his profound humility and dedication to prayer, living as a beacon of monasticism in 17th-century Wallachia.

Lord, through the prayers of St. Anthony, grant us the strength to follow your call, no matter where it may lead.

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