Brethren began to gather around the monk, and a monastery was formed. Saint Cosmas was chosen as igumen. During this time, word of the monk’s ascetic struggles reached even the Great Prince. Saint Cosmas died at an advanced old age on February 18, 1492, and was buried in the monastery he founded. His memory is celebrated also on October 14, the day that the Yakhrom Icon of the Mother of God is commemorated.
