Venerable Theodore the Confessor, Abbot of the Studion

Saints and Scripture · Nov 11, 2026 · 4m · transcript

Today we remember Saint Theodore the Confessor, Abbot of the Studion, a steadfast defender of the Orthodox faith during the time of the Iconoclast heresy. Born in Constantinople in 758, he was known for his deep knowledge of Scripture and Christian doctrine, as well as his courage in standing against imperial opposition to the veneration of icons. Saint Theodore lived a life of strict asceticism and spiritual discipline. He served as abbot of the Studion monastery, wrote important monastic rules, and endured exile and torture for his unwavering commitment to the Church’s teachings. His legacy…