Orthodox Monastery in Suprasl and Suprasl Academy

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Orthodox Monastery in SupraslandSuprasl Academy
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Location

• Suprasl is situated in North-Eastern Poland, in
  the heart of Knyszyn forest. Thanks to its unique
  location the town enjoys a pleasant microclimate
  and peace.
• Suprasl attracts numerous artists painters,
  photographers, etc. It is a meeting point of
  Orthodox Christianity, Protestantism and Islam.

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Orthodox Monastery in Suprasl

• The Monastery was founded in 1500. Since its
  establishment it was an important centre of
  thought and culture. Until today it is a
  protector of Orthodox values.
• The building complex from XVII cent. and two
  churches offer a conducive environment for
  theological reflection and liturgical experience.

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Monastery in Suprasl

• II World War has left a painful and irreversible
  mark on the monastery. In spite of that the
  monastery is beginning to flourish again. The
  brothers welcome all visitors and are open for a
  conversation and discussion. It is however
  important to remember that being a guest in the
  monastery means adhering to its rules.
• Icon Museum the only institution of this kind
  in Poland is also located in the monastery
  buildings. The museum is among the most modern in
  Poland and has won a number of awards.

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Suprasl Academy

• In 2005 the monastery became a home for Suprasl
  Academy an institution whose aim is to spread
  knowledge about Eastern Christianity in Poland
  and in the world, to create opportunities for
  contact with the living Orthodox tradition, to
  foster collaboration between clergy and laity in
  tackling various social problems, to encourage
  dialogue and openness towards other human beings
  and to work towards sustainable development and
  protection and natural environment.

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Suprasl Academy

• Since that time the Academy has carried out many
  projects for children, youth and adults. The
  projects included iconography workshops,
  hesychasm seminars, exposures to the region,
  concerts, exhibitions, conferences and several
  thousand people got to know the Suprasl Academy
  through them.

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Suprasl 2010
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