MAR BAWAI THE GREAT (FEB. 8TH)
An Icon of Mar Bawai the Great by Bp. Joseph By Bp. Joseph ( Ancient Church of the West ) Among the saints of the Church of the East, Mar Bawai the Great shines as a beacon of pastoral care, doctrinal steadfastness, and unwavering fidelity to the apostolic faith. Living in the fourth century AD, during a time of severe persecution under the Sasanian Empire, Mar Bawai offered his life in service to Christ and His Church. His memory is venerated not only for his theological acumen but for his remarkable courage and dedication as a shepherd of God’s flock. Born in the region of Beth Garmai, Mar Bawai grew up in a culture deeply intertwined with the faith of the Church of the East. Little is known of his early life, but his profound knowledge of Scripture and deep love for Christ brought him to serve as a bishop in the Persian Empire. His episcopal ministry was marked by his tireless defense of the Church’s faith in the face of opposition, both from internal schisms and ex...
