In this edition, Elder Emilianos does not limit himself to a simple translation of the text by Saint Neilos, nor to a didactic analysis of it. He also does not restrict himself to describing the method and manner of prayer, but by utilizing the richness of the Greek language, he reveals the essence and spirit of prayer and, more generally, highlights the depth of spiritual life.

He is not just a good teacher; he is a true mystagogue. When he speaks about prayer, he does not describe it in a detached manner nor does he make dense references to the fathers and tradition, but expresses himself as one who is "unceasingly praying." When he refers to the saints, he does not describe models from other times or another world, but he gives testimony that reveals intimacy and communion. Thus, when reading his comments about the saints, you feel that not only does he not repeat them, but he also highlights and often completes them.

His words do not possess the coldness of logical associations but overflow with the warmth of the living experiences of divine manifestations. The edition is prefaced by Metropolitan Nikolaos of Mesogaia and Lavreotiki.