From the ancient text we know only that "when he grew up, he went off to the land of Akhmim, to join the great Pachomius, who gave him the religious habit." He remained there for twenty-three years.
From the ancient text, it is known that "upon coming of age, he proceeded to the land of Akhmim, to associate with the illustrious Pachomius, who provided him with the clerical vestments." He remained in this place for a duration of twenty-three years.