Nicetas of Novgorod was an eleventh-century monk and prelate who served as the bishop of Novgorod. Originally a member of the Kiev Pechersk Lavra, he sought a life of solitude as a hermit despite the concerns of his abbot. After experiencing a period of spiritual deception, he underwent a profound transformation characterized by deep repentance and humility. His later years were defined by his leadership within the church and his reputation for performing miracles through prayer.