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According to theologians, noetic, pure, angelic prayer is in its power wisdom inspired by the Holy Spirit.

— Gregory of Sinai

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On the contrary, it is often drawn away even from its own senses by the light acting within it; for it now grows immaterial and filled with spiritual radiance, becoming through ineffable union a single spirit with God (cf. 1 Cor. 6:17). | #116, On Commandments and Doctrines, p. 239.

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He who practises hesychasm must acquire the following five virtues, as a foundation on which to build: silence, self-control, vigilance, humility and patience.

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