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St. Silouan the Athonite, acrylic on canvas, 2023
In “St. Silouan the Athonite,”
the artist skillfully unravels the profound journey of Elder St. Silouan. From his modest ori- gins in Russia to his spiritual ascent on the Holy Mountain through asceticism, the painting pays homage to Byzantine art with its color palette. St. Si- louan’s humble attire mirrors his simple way of life, empha- sizing detachment from worldly possessions. The artist captures the monk’s deep understanding of humanity, born from mo- ments of supplication and a sense of divine abandonment, resulting in a life guided by grace.
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