John the Prophet
Iohannes propheta
Biography
Born in the second half of the 5th century, he was a hegumen of the monastery of Merosala, then withdrew to the company of Barsanuphius. He was called John "the Prophet." He left a large correspondence, linked to that of Barsanuphius. He died a few weeks after Abbot Seridos, probably around 543-544.
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| Activity | Gaza, Palestine |
| Group of authors | Palestine and Cyprus (including Gaza) |