Icon of Saint Anthony the Great

Saint Anthony the Great is one of the most important figures in the late 3rd and early 4th century of Christian history. His faithfulness sparked the great Orthodox monastic movement which endures to this day. Although many great quotes could be selected, I chose, "Always have God before your eyes." This longing for God--to see Him and to be seen by Him--is the heartbeat of the Christian life in the Orthodox Church.