The spring of 2016, I went to Rhodes, Greece for a Holiday. I used to live in Rhodes for about 10 years 1991 - 2001. A big piece of my heart will always belong to Greece, the exceptionally friendly people and the whole atmosphere. There are many power places in Greece. It's an old and fascinating country with much and rich history. I had no idea that my ordinary trip would be so special. It turned out to be an extraordinary healing journey. I went to Rhodes for two and a half weeks and came back as a different person.
I'm not a religious person, I'm a spiritual person. But I really do enjoy and sense the great energy of rituals performed by religions throughout the world. This spring I visited a Greek Easter Ceremony the Saturday before Easter Sunday. It was unexpected and very deep for me. I brought a very special candle and light with me back to Sweden. The light from the candle contains thousands of years of history and much energy.
The year was 2016, and I found myself drawn back to the enchanting island of Rhodes, Greece, where I had spent a decade of my life. Greece, with its warm and welcoming people, its rich history, and its captivating atmosphere, had left an indelible mark on my soul. I had no idea that this seemingly ordinary vacation would transform into an extraordinary healing journey.
As I embarked on my two-and-a-half-week sojourn in Rhodes, I carried with me a deep reverence for the island's spiritual energy. While not a religious person but very spiritual, I often find myself drawn to the profound power of rituals performed by various religions across the globe.
One fateful Saturday before Easter Sunday, I stumbled upon a Greek Easter Ceremony, an experience that would etch itself deeply into my consciousness. Even though I lived in Greece for many years, I didn't attend to rituals and ceremonies in churches (for some reason). The ceremony's palpable energy and the shared devotion of the participants ignited a spark within me. And, I understood for the first time, the great and wonderful energy that a candle, lit from the flame that originates from Jerusalem, from that special ceremony would feel like and how strong it would be, energetically.
I felt compelled to carry a piece of this transformative experience back home to Sweden. With a sense of reverence, I lit a special candle, its flame imbued with the essence of Jerusalem and the energy of Jesus. As I held the candle aloft, I could sense the weight of thousands of years of history, its energy radiating through me.
This simple act of lighting a candle ignited a profound healing journey within me. The candle's glow served as a beacon of hope, a constant reminder of the transformative power of spirituality. As I reflected on my experiences in Rhodes, I realized that my journey had taken me far beyond the physical realm, into the depths of my own spiritual awakening.
Greece, with its rich tapestry of history and culture, had once again woven its magic into my life. This unexpected pilgrimage had rekindled my connection to the divine, reminding me of the limitless potential for healing and transformation that lies within each of us.
I connected with a Greek Saint as well during this trip, Saint Panteleimon. Greece is full of Saints but I hadn't heard about Saint Panteleimon or Agios Panteleimon, as he is called in Greece. He came to me and revealed his name.
Saint Panteleimon, also known as Saint Pantaleon, was a Christian healer and martyr who lived in the late 3rd and early 4th centuries. He is considered one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers, a group of saints who are venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church for their miraculous powers. Panteleimon is a revered saint in the Orthodox Church, and he is considered a patron saint of physicians and healers. His feast day is celebrated on July 27th each year.
As a young man, Panteleimon studied medicine and quickly became a skilled physician. He was known for his kindness and compassion, and he would often treat the poor and sick for free. One day, Panteleimon met a Christian priest named Hermolaus, who further strengthened his faith. Hermolaus taught Panteleimon about the power of Christ to heal both the body and the soul. Panteleimon began to use his medical skills to heal people in the name of Christ. He was able to cure many people of their illnesses, and he also performed many miracles.
News of Panteleimon's healing powers spread throughout the city, and he soon came to the attention of the emperor, Maximian II. Maximian was opposed to Christianity. He summoned Panteleimon to his court and ordered him to renounce his faith and worship the pagan gods. Panteleimon refused, and Maximian had him tortured. Panteleimon accepted his fate with grace, and he was martyred on July 27, 305 AD.
Here are some of the miracles attributed to Saint Panteleimon:
He healed a blind man by touching his eyes with his finger.
He raised a dead man back to life.
He cured a woman who was possessed by a demon.
Saint Panteleimon is a powerful intercessor, and he is always willing to help those who are in need. He is a reminder that even in the face of great suffering, we can remain strong in our faith and trust in God's plan for us.
Read more about my experience and the Greek Orthodox Easter through the link below
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