St. Bishoy Monastery
A sanctuary of prayer, heritage, and spiritual
wisdom in the desert of Wadi El-Natroun.
- Monastery Hours
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Open Daily
- Monastery Location
Wadi El-Natroun, Beheira Governorate, Egypt
The Monastery of Saint Bishoy stands as a timeless sanctuary of prayer, heritage, and spiritual wisdom. Rooted in the 4th century, it continues to inspire generations through its sacred traditions and Coptic legacy.
St. Bishoy Monastery
Saint Bishoy Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Wadi El-Natroun, was founded in the 4th century by Saint Bishoy himself. A beacon of monastic life, the monastery is home to ancient churches, the relics of saints, and unique spiritual treasures, making it a significant spiritual and historical destination in the Coptic Orthodox Church.
As the Holy Scripture says: "Be still, and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10) This sacred place offers believers a space for reflection, stillness, and awe in the presence of God.
A Spiritual Message
“Then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.”
“The first forty years of Moses’s life, he thought he was somebody. The next forty, he learned he was nobody. The last forty, he saw what God can do with a nobody.”
“I fall short greatly in my relationships, yet I hope to love more and more. I believe God will use my weakness for His glory.”
“Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul. It is daily admission of one’s weakness. And so the heart must be prepared in silence.”
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“Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”