Perennial Wisdom St. Benedict on the Ladder of Humility | Perennial Meditation
Jul 6, 2025
Discover the transformative power of humility through St. Benedict's teachings. Far from being a sign of weakness, humility is framed as a path to self-awareness and inner peace. Explore how his Rule of life emphasizes prayer, work, and stability, providing timeless wisdom for contemporary seekers. St. Benedict's life during a chaotic era becomes a backdrop for a discussion that resonates with anyone looking to cultivate a deeper spiritual practice.
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Humility as Wise Liberation
- Humility is not weakness or self-negation, but a form of wisdom that liberates from ego tyranny.
- It begins with prompt obedience and culminates in a deep awareness of our contingency and unworthiness before God.
True Humility's Quiet Awareness
- True humility is not self-hatred or anxiety disguised as piety.
- It is a quiet awareness that we are not the source of our existence or the universe's center.
Humility Shifts Perspective
- Humility shifts perspective from an exaggerated self-image toward truth.
- It frees us from needing to perform or be perfect to be loved or belong.