Ivanov told how a prayer appeal to Ambrose of Optina for joint diseases goestranslated

Orthodox believers can turn to St. Ambrose of Optina with prayers for diseases of the legs and joints, and also ask him for spiritual support in difficult life circumstances. Deputy Chairman of the World Russian People's Council (VRNS), head of the Orthodox Russia movement Mikhail Ivanov told NEWS.ru about this. According to him, the saint is revered as a spiritual mentor, to whom people turn to with requests for patience, consolation and help in overcoming trials.

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On October 23, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of Ambrose of Optina, one of the famous Russian saints of the 19th century. During his lifetime, the elder himself suffered from serious illnesses and was limited in movement for a long time. Despite his physical weakness, he continued to receive people who came to him for advice. That is why believers turn to the saint with prayers for help with diseases, especially those related to the legs and joints.

Ivanov explained that prayers to the monk are not limited to requests for health. They also turn to him in case of family difficulties, worries about children, despondency and despair. Believers...