Mount Athos: Levels of Literacy

Mount Athos, a historic monastic community, was predominantly Greek-speaking during the Byzantine era, reflecting its role as a center for Orthodox Christianity. While the concept of an 'international' community is modern, medieval Athonite monks hailed from across the Byzantine Empire, with no exclusion based on language so long as they adhered to orthodox beliefs. This study sheds light on the linguistic and cultural dynamics of Mount Athos, offering insights into its historical significance as a hub for monastic scholarship and spiritual practice.

Oikonomides, N., & Zachariadou, E. (2023). Mount Athos: Levels of Literacy. Society, Culture and Politics in Byzantium, III167–III178. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003418566-3