The Commentaries

Discover how spiritual perfection is achieved through the faithful abandonment to God's will rather than understanding His designs. Fr. Robert Nixon relays how our sanctification comes from cooperating with divine influence in each moment, viewing every duty as a path to holiness. He emphasizes that mental faculties and spiritual practices should serve God's will in the present moment, whether it involves prayer or mundane tasks, ensuring our actions align with divine intention.Episode 3 covers the Book 1, Chapter 1, Sections 4-6.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFFAbandonment to Divine Providence Deluxe Edition - https://bit.ly/3VcQPxUTAN Classics Deluxe Edition Set - https://bit.ly/3Vx8Fx2Self-Abandonment to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4bRf2kgAbandonment to Divine Providence (Paperbound) - https://bit.ly/3x77bjuTrustful Surrender to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4aUOltVThe Soul of the Apostolate - https://bit.ly/3X7blTcUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3Vy2CbBThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Robert Nixon is your guide for The Commentaries: Abandonment to Divine Providence. Abandonment to Divine Providence is an 18th-century classic that is the answer to modern doubts and anxieties. Author Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade offers the one sure solution to any spiritual difficulty: abandon yourself entirely to God by embracing the duties of your station in life. Join Fr. Robert on this 21-episode journey as he skillfully leads us through the timeless wisdom from the text with a perspective that provides helpful examples and countless ways to apply these lessons in our daily lives.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.comAnd for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

In the second episode of his commentary series on Abandonment to Divine Providence by Jean-Pierre de Caussade, Fr. Robert Nixon emphasizes that sanctity lies in fidelity to God's order and submission to His will, as exemplified by the Blessed Virgin Mary. By embracing God's will in every moment, whether mundane or significant, we participate in divine work, achieving sanctity through active and passive fidelity. This approach encourages us to find strength and serenity by wholeheartedly abandoning ourselves to God's providence in our daily duties.Episode 2 covers Book I, Chapter 1, Sections 1-3.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFFAbandonment to Divine Providence Deluxe Edition - https://bit.ly/3VcQPxUTAN Classics Deluxe Edition Set - https://bit.ly/3Vx8Fx2Self-Abandonment to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4bRf2kgAbandonment to Divine Providence (Paperbound) - https://bit.ly/3x77bjuTrustful Surrender to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4aUOltVThe Soul of the Apostolate - https://bit.ly/3X7blTcUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3Vy2CbBThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Robert Nixon is your guide for The Commentaries: Abandonment to Divine Providence. Abandonment to Divine Providence is an 18th-century classic that is the answer to modern doubts and anxieties. Author Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade offers the one sure solution to any spiritual difficulty: abandon yourself entirely to God by embracing the duties of your station in life. Join Fr. Robert on this 21-episode journey as he skillfully leads us through the timeless wisdom from the text with a perspective that provides helpful examples and countless ways to apply these lessons in our daily lives.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.comAnd for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Robert Nixon serves as your guide for The Commentaries: Abandonment to Divine Providence. In the introductory episode, Father Robert explores the life of the author of the book, Jean-Pierre de Caussade, a relatively little-known 18th-century French Jesuit priest. Discover the origins and structure of this timeless spiritual treatise and begin this season of The Commentaries with a prayer asking for God's guidance in learning to trust in His divine providence completely.Episode 1 covers the Preface.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFFAbandonment to Divine Providence Deluxe Edition - https://bit.ly/3VcQPxUTAN Classics Deluxe Edition Set - https://bit.ly/3Vx8Fx2Self-Abandonment to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4bRf2kgAbandonment to Divine Providence (Paperbound) - https://bit.ly/3x77bjuTrustful Surrender to Divine Providence - https://bit.ly/4aUOltVThe Soul of the Apostolate - https://bit.ly/3X7blTcUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3Vy2CbBThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Robert Nixon is your guide for The Commentaries: Abandonment to Divine Providence. Abandonment to Divine Providence is an 18th-century classic that is the answer to modern doubts and anxieties. Author Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade offers the one sure solution to any spiritual difficulty: abandon yourself entirely to God by embracing the duties of your station in life. Join Fr. Robert on this 21-episode journey as he skillfully leads us through the timeless wisdom from the text with a perspective that provides helpful examples and countless ways to apply these lessons in our daily lives.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.comAnd for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

In his final reflections on The Glories of Mary by Saint Alphonsus Liguori, Father Edward Looney emphasizes the richness of the text and the need for further study. He highlights the simplicity of Marian devotion presented by Saint Alphonsus, suggesting that returning to these basics will profoundly impact our spiritual lives. Father Looney expresses a desire to explore deeper into the text, particularly focusing on the various anecdotes, apparitions, and references to deepen his understanding of Saint Alphonsus' Mariology. He concludes by thanking listeners for joining him on this journey and encourages continued exploration of spiritual classics to deepen one's love and devotion to Mary.Episode 22 covers Fr. Looney's final takeaways from The Glories of Mary.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Edward Looney discusses the significance of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. He explores various practices of Marian devotion outlined by Saint Alphonsus, including praying the Hail Mary, novenas, the rosary, and visiting images of Mary. Father Looney emphasizes the personal nature of devotion to Mary and encourages us to find ways to integrate these practices into our own spiritual lives to deepen our relationship with the Mother of God.Episode 21 covers part two, Various Practices.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Delve into the ten virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary as outlined by Saint Alphonsus Liguori in The Glories of Mary. Through prayer and reflection, Father Edward Looney explores these virtues exemplified by Mary, including humility, charity towards God and neighbor, faith, hope, chastity, poverty, obedience, patience, and prayer. Drawing parallels between Mary's virtues and their relevance to our own lives, Father Looney encourages us to emulate Mary's example in cultivating these virtues. He also introduces the concept of praying for Mary's evangelical virtues and suggests incorporating them into the Hail Mary prayer. Episode 20 covers part two, Of The Virtues.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Through prayer and reflection, learn how to contemplate the significance of the Seven Sorrows of Mary. Father Edward Looney explains the relevance of Mary's Sorrows to our own experiences of sorrow and contrition by highlighting her role as a mother and emphasizing the importance of this devotion to deepen our understanding of Christ's Passion and Mary's enduring intercession. Encouraging engagement with the Seven Sorrows rosary, Father Looney concludes with a call to meditate on Mary's virtues and their relevance to our earthly journey.Episode 19 covers part two, discourse nine.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Edward Looney delves into his personal favorite mystery of the rosary, Mary's Assumption. Exploring the theological perspectives on whether Mary died or was assumed directly into heaven, he highlights the rich traditions surrounding her passing. With insights into Eastern and Western interpretations, learn how to contemplate on Mary's role as Queen of Heaven and Earth and reflect on these mysteries during your rosary prayers. Through the lens of Alphonsus Liguori's work, Father Looney encourages a deeper understanding of Mary's significance and her intercessory role in our lives.Episode 18 covers part two, discourses seven & eight.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Edward Looney delves into the significance of the Purification of Mary, also known as the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. He begins with a prayer, invoking God's blessings and reflecting on Mary's obedience and humility in fulfilling the law by presenting Jesus in the temple. Father Looney explores the Christological and Marian aspects of this event, highlighting Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice and Mary's role as the one whose heart will be pierced with sorrow. Drawing from Saint Alphonsus Liguori's discourse, he deepens the understanding of the Presentation as a pivotal moment in salvation history, linking it to the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and Mary's unity with the martyrs. Episode 17 covers part two, discourse six.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Edward Looney explores the significance of the Visitation, the second joyful mystery of the rosary. He shares a personal connection to the feast, having been ordained a deacon on the feast day of the Visitation. Father Looney invites us to reflect on the biblical account of the Visitation in Luke's Gospel while pondering Mary's journey to visit Elizabeth, the presence of Joseph, and the holy conversations between the two mothers. He highlights the theological richness of the Visitation, emphasizing Mary's role as the Mediatrix of all graces and the bearer of divine mercy.Episode 16 covers part two, discourse five.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:10-Book Liguori Paperbound Set - https://bit.ly/3xJBZqEThe Glories of Mary - https://bit.ly/49GU59YSt. Alphonsus Liguori: Doctor of the Church - https://bit.ly/3JnyuZlThe Road to Bethlehem - https://bit.ly/3xGYhtbThe Road to Calvary - https://bit.ly/3W59iylVisits to the Blessed Sacrament - https://bit.ly/4aXiTeSThe 12 Steps to Holiness & Salvation - https://bit.ly/4b1mxEsUniformity with God's Will - https://bit.ly/3JpkEWlHow to Converse with God - https://bit.ly/3QcFA6PPreparation for Death - https://bit.ly/3QvX12DAttaining Salvation - https://bit.ly/49JpLeIThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Edward Looney is your guide for The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary. The Glories of Mary is the greatest compendium of nearly eighteen centuries of teaching on Our Lady and seeks to lead many souls to a greater love of Jesus through a more intimate knowledge of Mary and her exalted role in our salvation. Fr. Looney uses his immense Marian knowledge and devotion to Our Lady to meaningfully connect both your mind and soul to this classic work by Saint Alphonsus Liguori.To download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.