Narcissus was the bishop of Jerusalem during the 3rd century. There was a conspiracy against him and with great trust in God, Narcissus retired to pray in the desert. The accusations were later proven to be false, and he returned to Jerusalem as bishop, and in spite of the fact that he was very old, he seemed to have more energy than ever. When he finally became ill, he asked God to send him help. He was succeeded by Alexander of Cappadocia.

How would you react if someone criticized or persecuted you? Do you respond or remain silent so as not to continue arguing? Are you capable of forgiving?