Seven Monasteries Devoted To Archangel Saint Michael Part VI - Monastery Taxiarchis Michael of Panormitis - Greece

 

Our Q & A Continues With Peter Arnold, Christian Angelic Mystical Suspense Thriller Author, "Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" (eBook series)

Heaven's Doorway Press - Q & A with author, Peter Arnold:

Question: Peter, we continue today with our conversation on the seven monasteries devoted to the Archangel Saint Michael.  What insight can you share with us about the sixth stop, "Monastery of the Taxiarchis Michael of Panormitis" on the Greek island of Symi (near Rhodes)?

"This monastery is famous for a mysterious large 'wall-sized' icon (over 6') of the Archangel Saint Michael which miraculously appeared and when removed, suddenly reappeared again.  The remote monastery is located within a small seafront Greek village, 'Panormitis,' with the church (earliest remains) dating to 450 AD (erected over a former temple to Apollo). The ancient monastic Greek Orthodox 'living ancient art' is truly spectacular (see below)."

"The monastery has a magnificent curated collection of Greek Orthodox icons and religious art.  A spiritual wealth of insight to its church history and local culture with Archangel Saint Michael as their patron saint of protection."

PART XXVI of our interview with author, Peter Arnold to be continued . . .

IF YOU WERE SUMMONED BY AN ANGEL TO A DISTANT LAND, 

WOULD YOU GO?

"Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" 

By Peter Arnold

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Mont Saint Michel Archangel Saint Michael Part III - Monastery Pilgrimage To Normandy. - France Saints Santos Christian Pilgrimage Travel

 

Our Q & A Continues With Peter Arnold, Christian Angelic Mystical Suspense Thriller Author, "Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" (eBook series)

Heaven's Doorway Press - Q & A with author, Peter Arnold:

Question: Peter, we continue today with our conversation on the seven monasteries devoted to the Archangel Saint Michael.  What insight can you share with us about the third stop, "Mont Saint-Michel" in Normandy, France?

"Pure monastic spectacle! Once you can ascend to the "heavenly sacred abbey' away from the hectic and crowded tourist village below, you are immediately in another realm.  Mont Saint-Michel is a jewel in the pilgrimage crown.  In my eBook, "Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story,' a major mystical event culminates there in the battle between 'the 'Sons of Light vs the Sons of Darkness.' Some of the pictures below stir the imagination:

Question: There's a dark past with Mont Saint-Michel and a famous 19th century author interceded.  Who was it?

"During the 19th century, Mont Saint-Michel became a prison overshadowed by the darkness of war.  The antithesis of spiritual peace which graced the abbey walls for hundreds of years was gravely threatened.  Then a miracle occurred when novelist, Victor Hugo, writer of the monumental opus, 'Les Misérables,' convinced Napoleon to move the political prisoners to another location."

Question: It is as if Saint Michael the Archangel defended the abbey from battle?

"Well, there was another spiritual battle during WWII when the German forces invaded France and subsequently returned darkness upon Mont Saint-Michel by utilizing it as a prison once again.  Thank goodness, evil was overcome and decades later, the Benedictine Order aided by the prayers of Saint Michael the Archangel returned sanctity to the abbey."

PART XXIII of our interview with author, Peter Arnold to be continued . . .

IF YOU WERE SUMMONED BY AN ANGEL TO A DISTANT LAND, 

WOULD YOU GO?

"Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" 

By Peter Arnold

Now available on Apple Books, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and wherever eBooks are sold.

eBook debuted, July 2, 2024 (USA, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, 

The Netherlands, Portugal and other European territories)

ISBN: 979-8-9903783-0-8

©2024 Library of Congress Registration # TXu 2-422-111

USA PCIP Classification: LCC PS3601.R56 2024 | DDC 813 A-dc23

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Read the first two installments available on your favorite e-reader.  Download them now worldwide wherever ebooks are sold.  Also available at your local library (ask your librarian) or on hoopla, where you can borrow ebooks online. 

COMING SOON,  November 3, 2026: "Armor of Light III," by author, Peter Arnold, the triumphant ending to the Christian angelic mystical suspense ebook trilogy series! Keep watching for more details! Pre-Order now on Amazon, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble Also worldwide: Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany (TBD), India (TBD), Italy, Japan, 

Mexico (TBD), UK (TBD) and more!

Ancient Monasteries of Mount Athos In Greece - Vatopedi Monastery - Stavronikita Monastery - Visions Christian Orthodox

 

Our Q & A Continues With Peter Arnold, Christian Angelic Mystical Suspense Thriller Author, "Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" (eBook series)

Heaven's Doorway Press - Q & A with author, Peter Arnold:

Question: Peter, in your eBook, the protagonist, Michael, eventually is summoned to the Byzantine monastery of Vatopedi and Kristen (in disguise) to the Stavronikita monastery on the ancient Athos peninsula in Greece.  What attracted you to these monasteries? 

"As you can see from the pics below, the monasteries surrounding Mount Athos are nearly frozen in time. They are a 'hidden kingdom' of incredibly mystical and divinely spiritual edifices providing a dramatic locale for the narrative to unfold."

                                                  (Above two pics, The Vatopedi Monastery)

                                             (Above two pics, The Stavronkita Monastery)

             (Above, the staggeringly beautiful ancient Athian monastary of Simonopetra.)

Question: When you're too tired to read, do you enjoy listening to audiobooks?

"One of my favorite audio 'go-to' choices is the 'Word of Promise" audio Bible. It's a monumental work with over 500 actors, a 60-piece orchestra incredible sound SFX and the best part of all, Jim Caviezel plays the voice of Jesus. I love listening to the Book of Revelation (especially at the beginning when the ascended Jesus is speaking to the seven churches).  I'm grateful to find it on youTube." Click here for a sample. 

PART VIII of our interview with author, Peter Arnold to be continued . . .

"Armor of Light: A Trilogy Story" 

By Peter Arnold

Now available on Apple Books, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and wherever eBooks are sold.

eBook debuted, July 2, 2024 (USA, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, 

The Netherlands, Portugal and other European territories)

ISBN: 979-8-9903783-0-8

©2024 Library of Congress Registration # TXu 2-422-111

USA PCIP Classification: LCC PS3601.R56 2024 | DDC 813 A-dc23

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Read the first two installments available on your favorite e-reader.  Download them now worldwide wherever ebooks are sold.  Also available at your local library (ask your librarian) or on hoopla, where you can borrow ebooks online. 

COMING SOON, November 3, 2026: "Armor of Light III," by author, Peter Arnold, the triumphant ending to the Christian angelic mystical suspense ebook trilogy series! Keep watching for more details! Pre-Order now on Amazon, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble Also worldwide: Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany (TBD), India (TBD), Italy, Japan, 

Mexico (TBD), UK (TBD) and more!