The stranger, however, did not reach out for the ham, but instead reached for the bread, which he broke and shared with the saint. At that moment, the daughter saw that the table was filled with bread and wine, even though there had been none before. The stranger disappeared, and the saint realized that he had entertained angels unawares. He then fell to the ground in tears, praying for forgiveness for having doubted the provision of God.
Saint Spyridon reposed in the Lord in the year 348, leaving behind a legacy of miracles and wonders that continue to inspire and edify believers to this day. He is venerated as a great defender of the faith and a model of Christian charity and humility. May we, like Saint Spyridon, seek to serve others with love and compassion, and trust in the providence of God in all circumstances.
Saint Spyridon’s life was a testament to his unwavering faith and devotion to God. His humility and simplicity, combined with his miraculous abilities, made him a revered figure in the Orthodox Church. His relics, which have remained miraculously preserved for centuries, continue to inspire and heal the faithful who venerate them.
His example of selflessness and generosity serves as a reminder to all Christians to live a life of service to others and to trust in God’s power to work miracles in our lives. Saint Spyridon’s legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the miracles he performed, reminding us of the power of faith and the grace of God.
Let us, like Saint Spyridon, strive to live a life of righteousness and sanctity, trusting in God’s providence and seeking to serve others with love and compassion. May we be inspired by his example to live a life of faith and devotion, knowing that through God’s grace, all things are possible.
He was so simply dressed that once, when he wanted to enter the imperial court at the invitation of the emperor, a soldier, thinking that he was a beggar, struck him on the face. Meek and guileless, Spyridon turned the other cheek to him. He glorified God through many miracles, and was of benefit, not only to many individuals but also to the whole Church of God. He entered into rest in the Lord in the year 348 A.D. His miracle-working relics rest on the island of Corfu, and even today they glorify God with many miracles.