An infernal fire threatens a unique abode of God in Mount Athos

The European Times

A huge fire broke out between two monasteries at the monastic state of Mount Athos in Greece. One of the most valuable monasteries of Athos – the Docheiariou monastery (Greek: Μονή Δοχειαρίου) , which has a very valuable library with hundreds of manuscripts and books, as well as wall paintings and icons by ancient masters, is threatened. A large-scale operation is underway […]