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Venerable Simeon the Ancient

Also known as Symeon the Ancient · Simeon the Elder

A Syrian ascetic of the late fourth century who pursued a hidden life of strict monastic discipline in the wilderness and on Mount Sinai. He is remembered for prayer, solitude, and holiness.

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Notes

GOARCH/OCA commemorate Jan 26. Distinct from Simeon of Persia (Apr 17) and Symeon the Stylite (Sep 1).

Sources: OCA Synaxarion (oca.org/saints/lives, Jan 26); GOARCH calendar