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\u2026When asked how to get rid of persistent evil thoughts, the saint replied, \u201cThis is like a man who has fire on his left side, and a vessel full of water on his right side. If he starts burning from the fire, he takes water from the vessel and extinguishes the fire. The fire represents the evil thoughts placed in the heart of man by the Enemy of our salvation, which can enkindle sinful desires within man like a spark in a hut. The water is the force of prayer which impels a man toward God.\u201d [read more<\/a>]<\/p>\n

Troparion \u2013 Tone 8<\/p>\n

By a flood of tears you made the desert fertile, and your longing for God brought forth fruits in abundance. By the radiance of miracles you illumined the whole universe! Our Father Pimen, pray to Christ God to save our souls!<\/p>\n

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