Saint Matthew the Clairvoyant of the Near Caves of Saint Anthony is mentioned by Saint Nestor the Chronicler (October 27).
Because of his ascetical struggles, God permitted him to see the demons, and to know their evil plots and hidden snares. Saint Matthew also had several visions which he revealed to the brethren for their edification and salvation. Because of the gift of clairvoyance which he had received, the Elder was able to tell the brethren how to avoid the things which would endanger their souls.
Once, during Matins, he turned his gaze to Saint Nikon (March 23). Instead of seeing the igumen, however, he beheld a donkey. Later he told Saint Nikon of this vision, and he understood it at once. It seems that the igumen had fallen into the habit of arriving late for services. Saint Nikon corrected himself after hearing of Saint Matthew’s vision.
Saint Matthew is also commemorated on October 5 and the second Sunday of Great Lent.