Martyrius the Iberian


Martyrius the Iberian was a Georgian calligrapher, monk and writer of the 6th century.
Martyrius was a priest of Mar Saba and foreman of Saint Sabbas the Sanctified.
Martyrius' works were famous of being rich with Asceticism and Mysticism.
Martyrius' works are included in the library of Saint Catherine's Monastery of Mount Sinai and Georgian-built Iviron monastery of Mount Athos.
He is the author of "სინანულისათჳს და სიმდაბლისა", where he discusses the importance of prayer, repentance, humility, obedience, brotherhood and patience.