Fading Ember

A retired scholar teaches his weary student the fragile power of diligence through the glowing ember of his pipe.

Foundational Quote

“As soon as the flame is burning within you, run; for you do not know when it will go out and leave you in darkness.” — The Ladder of Divine Ascent, St. John Climacus

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