The Life of St Bishoy

The Life of St Bishoy by Deacon George is a children's book from our Kids Series about the great 4th-century desert saint, told from the point of view of his brother.

St Bishoy grew up with six brothers. When he was young, his mother had a vision in which an angel told her that the Lord had chosen Bishoy to serve Him as a special vessel of grace. He began his monastic journey at just twenty years old and grew from glory to glory.

He is best known for his strong ascetic struggle and for the many times the Lord Jesus appeared to him, even once letting St Bishoy carry Him. He is also called "St Bishoy the Perfect Man", which shows how much we can learn from his story.

This much-loved story aims to stir a holy zeal in every child who picks up the book, showing them that God is real and very close to His children.

Book details

• Author: Deacon George
• Format: Printed book (Kids Series)
• Pages: 82
• Published: 2020, St Shenouda Press
• ISBN: 9780648865834