THE MUSEUM - THE SACRISTY - AND THE LIBRARY

 

 The sacristy began from St. Christodoulos. In the entrance, there is a replica of the icon of the Apocalypse of 1626.  There are also icons of great value, especially the mosaic icon of St. Nicholas from the 11th century. The vestments and ecclesiastical garments, made with golden thread, were gifts from wealthy Patmians. Silver and golden vessels, unique masterpieces, among those the mitre of the Patriarch Neophytos the 6th decorated with precious stones and gold.

Another important part (chapter) of the Monastery is the library. The library is the written story of both, the Monastery and the whole island. Among the documents, you will encounter the Deed of Grant, Chrysobull, else known, of Alexios Comnenus, with which he cedes Patmos to the monk, St. Christodoulos in 1088. It is a source of information as well, referring to the monastic life and the conditions that were enforced by the conquerors each time. (E.g. taxes, trading, and management).