Athanasios Parios was an influential Greek hieromonk, theologian, and philosopher who lived from 1722 to 1813. Born in the village of Kostos on Paros, he pursued extensive studies in Smyrna, Mount Athos, and Corfu. He was a prominent figure of the Modern Greek Enlightenment and served as the second leader of the Kollyvades Movement. Throughout his career, he held several teaching positions, including directing the school on Mount Athos and leading the school in Chios. He is recognized as a saint by the Orthodox Church.