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Patriarch Daniel: Saint Nicholas has become a symbol of Christian civilization centered on generosity

“Throughout the centuries, Saint Nicholas has become a symbol of a Christian civilization where generosity holds a central place,” said Patriarch Daniel in his homily on Friday. “He became popular not because he was highly educated, built extensively, or wrote prolifically, but because he showed great humble and merciful love. He defended the oppressed, the…

Dec 7, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Patriarch Daniel: Saint Nicholas’ virtues inspire all generations, especially young people

On December 5, 2024, His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church addressed participants at the cultural-artistic event “Saint Nicholas Among the Children,” highlighting Saint Nicholas’s spiritual legacy as a model of generosity, humility, and faith. The Patriarch underscored the saint’s enduring impact as a protector of children, defender of the oppressed, and helper of…

Dec 7, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Patriarch Daniel: Human dignity is more significant than one’s rank or function

During his homily delivered on the fourth Sunday after Pentecost, His Beatitude Daniel, Patriarch of Romania, urged the faithful to manifest merciful love, deep humility, and strong faith, resembling the centurion to whom the daily gospel reading refers. His Beatitude also offered the example of faith of Ruler Prince Saint Stephen the Great, whom he…

Jul 2, 2017Aurelian Iftimiu