Alexander Saphir
His life: Saint Alexander Saphir was born on July 15, 18 AD, on the feast day of Saint Amos, and took his name at baptism.
Amos the prophet
Amos is an abbreviation of the name Amoshiah, which means “God carries.” He is the first prophet whose deeds and words were recorded in a book. It was before him in
Repentance in the Bible
Repentance in the Old Testament: In the Old Testament there are many words that refer to human repentance. Repentance is “a return to the Lord” and “a retreat from God.”