St. Silouan's Mention of St. John of Kronstadt

Since Fr. Silouan made reference to Father John of Kronstadt (d. 1908), regarding how the latter was more with God than many solitaries even while being surrounded by people. This quote helps comprehend how to love others and to comprehend that the evil is not them but rather an aspect unfortunate.

"Do not confuse man--this image of God--with the evil which is in him, because evil is only his accidental misfortune, a sickness, a devil's dream; but man's essence - the image of God - is always there."

"As far as is it possible, be gentle, humble and simple to all, considering yourself, without hypocrisy, to be spiritually below everyone. Pride is the reason for a cold, pompous and insincere manner towards those whom are considered to be below us, or those from whom we hope to derive some benefit. When people speak ill of you and you feel resentment, it means that you are proud, and pride must be eliminated from your heart by worldly dishonour. Therefore, do not resent and hate those who speak ill of you, but try to love them as you would love people who benefit you, and pray for them. Maintain a peaceful and loving disposition towards your brother even if he deprives you of your last shilling; show him that, above all, you love God's image in him. However most people are angry when they are deprived even of a very small part of their property!"