One day it was discovered on a remote island in the Caspian Sea a monastery that had been out of touch with the main body of the Eastern Church for as long as anyone could remember. Consequently, the Church sent an emissary to the island to make sure the monks still adhered to the correct forms and prayers. Read More…
He found the monks sincere and especially devout, but their prayers were often in the wrong order. After showing them all their errors, and teaching them correct practices, he felt satisfied he’d put them on the right path.
The next day leaving by boat, he stood by the rail thinking about the good job he had done showing them the way. He suddenly heard a shout, and looking up he couldn’t believe his eyes. One of the monks was running on top of the water towards the boat.
When the monk reached the boat, and caught his breath, he asked the priest, “Sir, we are confused about one of the things you told us. Did you say we should do the morning prayers at 6:00 AM or at 7:00?”