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The Prayer of Quiet - 30 Days with Teresa of Avila - Reflections on Day 27 - Part 1

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St. Teresa continues her discussion with her brother, Lorenzo, on physical mortification and addresses his questions about transitioning into contemplative prayer. Dan and Melissa discuss “the prayer of quiet” and confronting temptations as they reflect on letters from St. Teresa in the book 30 Days with Teresa of Avila. 

 

Topics/Questions covered in the show:

  • What is “the discipline” and why is it used? 
  • How much physical mortification is too much?
  • The role of the Holy Spirit in physical ascetical practices. 
  • What is “the prayer of quiet”?
  • How does a devout soul transition into contemplative prayer?
  • Recognizing an increase in holiness within the soul.
  • Addressing temptations during prayer as advised by St. Ignatius.

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    Resources:

    • 30 Days with Teresa of Avila - Dan Burke and Anthony Lilles
    • Catholic Spiritual Direction website
    • Dr. Anthony Lilles
    • Avila Institute – Link
    • 1 Corinthians 9:27 - USCCB Bible link "I drive (or buffet) my body and train it.
    • The Prayer of Quiet - Definition
    • The Discipline - Definition
    • The Way of Perfection Study Edition  
    • The Interior Castle Study Edition  
    • The Spiritual Exercises by St Loyola  
    • Pilgrimage 2016 
    • Navigating the Interior Life - Dan Burke 
      • Navigating the Interior Life - ebook
      • In Spanish - Navegando La Vida Interior
      • In Spanish ebook - Navegando La Vida Interior
      • Questions? Send an e-mail to [email protected]">[email protected] or call 818-646-7729.
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