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Quote of the day, 25 July: St. John of the Cross
Oh, who can explain the extent of the denial our Lord wishes of us! This negation must be similar to a temporal, natural, and spiritual death in all things; that is, with regard to the esteem the will has for them. It is in the will that all negation takes place. Our Savior referred to this when he declared: Whoever wishes to save his life will lose it (Those who want to possess something, or seek it for self, will lose it); and whoever loses his soul for my sake will gain it [Mt. 16:25; Lk. 9:24]. This latter means: Those who renounce for Christ all that their wills can both desire and enjoy by choosing what bears closer resemblance to the cross — which in St. John our Lord terms hating one’s own soul [Jn. 12:25] — these same will gain it.
His Majesty taught this to those two disciples who came to ask him for places at his right and left. Without responding to their request for glory, he offered them the chalice he was about to drink as something safer and more precious on this earth than enjoyment [Mt. 20:22].
This chalice means death to one’s natural self through denudation and annihilation. By this means one is able to walk along the narrow path in the sensitive part of the soul, as we said [cf. Ascent I, 13-14 and II, 6.4] and in the spiritual part (as we will now say), in one’s understanding, joy, and feeling.
Accordingly, a person can attain to dispossession in both parts of the soul. Not only this, but even in the spirit one will be unhindered in one’s journey on the narrow road. For on this road there is room only for self-denial (as our Savior asserts) and the cross. The cross is a supporting staff and greatly lightens and eases the journey.
Saint John of the Cross
The Ascent of Mount Carmel II, ch. 7, nos. 6–7
John of the Cross, St 1991, The Collected Works of St. John of the Cross, rev. edn, Kavanaugh, K & Rodriguez, O (trans.), ICS Publications, Washington DC.
Featured image: Desert during nighttime. Image credit: Walid Ahmad on Pexels.com
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Today's pick: The Descent of the Holy Spirit (1530) - Lucas van Leyden. #art #LucasVanLeyden #Mary #Apostles #Ascension #Pentecost
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Today's pick: The Descent of the Holy Spirit (1530) - Lucas van Leyden. #art #LucasVanLeyden #Mary #Apostles #Ascension #Pentecost
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Today's pick: The Descent of the Holy Spirit (1530) - Lucas van Leyden. #art #LucasVanLeyden #Mary #Apostles #Ascension #Pentecost
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Today's pick: The Descent of the Holy Spirit (1530) - Lucas van Leyden. #art #LucasVanLeyden #Mary #Apostles #Ascension #Pentecost
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Quote of the day, 24 May: Jessica Powers
All the Apostles looked at one another;
words curled in fire through the returning gloom.
Something had changed and colored all the room.
The beauty of the Galilean mother
took the breath from them for a little space.
Even a cup, a chair or a brown dress
could draw their tears with the great loveliness
that wrote tremendous secrets every place.That was the day when Fire came down from heaven,
inaugurating the first spring of love.
Blood melted in the frozen veins, and even
the least bird sang in the mind’s inmost grove.
The seed sprang into flower, and over all
still do the multitudinous blossoms fall.Sister Miriam of the Holy Spirit, O.C.D. (Jessica Powers)
The First Pentecost (1937)
Powers, J 1999, The Selected Poetry of Jessica Powers, Siegfried, R & Morneau, RF (eds.), ICS Publications, Washington DC.
Featured image: Renáta Sedmáková, The Scene of Pentecost on the Stained Glass in St Etheldreda’s Church, London, photograph, 2017. The stained glass window was designed by Charles Blakeman. Image credit: Adobe Stock / Renáta Sedmáková, Asset ID #187906813.
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In the Meme Time
Here we go again we have another Leftist meme that is wrong. Screenshot There are 5 statements and most of them are either incorrect, taken out of context, or an out-right lie. So let's break it down: The Founders did indeed write the Constitution and it's true that the Apostles did not. But what the Apostles did write under the guidance of the Holy Spirit led to what the Founders wrote in the Constitution. Without the work of the Apostles the Constitution would never been written. The […] -
In the Meme Time
Here we go again we have another Leftist meme that is wrong. Screenshot There are 5 statements and most of them are either incorrect, taken out of context, or an out-right lie. So let's break it down: The Founders did indeed write the Constitution and it's true that the Apostles did not. But what the Apostles did write under the guidance of the Holy Spirit led to what the Founders wrote in the Constitution. Without the work of the Apostles the Constitution would never been written. The […] -
In the Meme Time
Here we go again we have another Leftist meme that is wrong. Screenshot There are 5 statements and most of them are either incorrect, taken out of context, or an out-right lie. So let's break it down: The Founders did indeed write the Constitution and it's true that the Apostles did not. But what the Apostles did write under the guidance of the Holy Spirit led to what the Founders wrote in the Constitution. Without the work of the Apostles the Constitution would never been written. The […] -
In the Meme Time
Here we go again we have another Leftist meme that is wrong. Screenshot There are 5 statements and most of them are either incorrect, taken out of context, or an out-right lie. So let's break it down: The Founders did indeed write the Constitution and it's true that the Apostles did not. But what the Apostles did write under the guidance of the Holy Spirit led to what the Founders wrote in the Constitution. Without the work of the Apostles the Constitution would never been written. The […] -
In the Meme Time
Here we go again we have another Leftist meme that is wrong. Screenshot There are 5 statements and most of them are either incorrect, taken out of context, or an out-right lie. So let's break it down: The Founders did indeed write the Constitution and it's true that the Apostles did not. But what the Apostles did write under the guidance of the Holy Spirit led to what the Founders wrote in the Constitution. Without the work of the Apostles the Constitution would never been written. The […] -
The Transfiguration of Christ, below him various figures including the Apostles
Print, 1530–60 by Master of the Die (Italian, active Rome, ca. 1530–60)
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The Transfiguration of Christ, below him various figures including the Apostles
Print, 1530–60 by Master of the Die (Italian, active Rome, ca. 1530–60)
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The Transfiguration of Christ, below him various figures including the Apostles
Print, 1530–60 by Master of the Die (Italian, active Rome, ca. 1530–60)
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Quote of the day, 28 March: Père Jacques
Let us examine Christ’s response to the problem of authority. Christ encountered the authority of his parents and of the rulers of the land where he lived. The legally appointed Roman rulers were Herod, the elder, who ruled during his childhood and Herod, the younger, who ruled during his maturity. Most importantly, he encountered the dominant authorities of his home country. Those authorities were the High Priests, Caiaphas, and his father-in-law, Annas, along with the Sanhedrin. That body was a type of senate, which governed the country in religious matters. The Sanhedrin actually administered the affairs of the country and shaped opinion, even in regard to private life. The Pharisees were a party that, as an emanation from the Sanhedrin, carried out its thought and directed all aspects of social life. […]
Although the other authorities are brutally harsh and unjust, Christ subjects himself to them. He never rebelled against the legitimate political authority of his country. When that authority persecutes him and tries to eliminate him, he flees into hiding. However, he does not try to destroy that authority, even though he is almighty. He remains subject to that authority. He responds similarly to the Pharisees, whose power is likewise legitimate. However, when they err doctrinally, he remains respectful but also proclaims the truth, which he has come to reestablish. In order to reassert the truth, he supports his words with miracles. He says: “I have been sent to preach. If you do not have faith in my words, put faith in my works. I raise the dead to life… Look at my works: are they the works of a man or of God?” [Cf. Lk 4:43, Mt 11:5, Jn 10:38].
Christ gives the Apostles this advice regarding the Pharisees: “Do what they say, but do not do what they do” [Mt 23:3]. Their decrees are legitimate and worthy of respect. Christ drives the merchants out of the temple because they are degrading that house of prayer. However, he does not drive out either the high priest or his assistants. Christ takes action against the abuse, but he leaves the authority in place. When he is brought before the High Priest, he simply says: “If I have spoken wrongly, testify to the wrong; but if I have spoken rightly, why do you strike me?” [Jn 18:23]. Before Caiaphas [sic], he is content simply to assert his divine mission and then state: “You would have no power over me if it had not been given to you from above” [Jn 19:11].
In matters concerning Roman rule, he declares: “Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God” [Mt 22:21]. Thus, we see that Christ was always subject to authority of every sort.
Servant of God Père Jacques de Jésus
Retreat Conference 9, Authority (excerpts)
The Tribute Money
Friday, 10 September 1943, Carmel of Pontoise
Titian (Tiziano Vecellio, Italian, ca. 1490-1576)
Oil on canvas, 1560–1568
The National Gallery, London (Some rights reserved)Jacques, P 2005, Listen to the silence: a retreat with Père Jacques, Murphy, F (trans. & ed.), ICS Publications, Washington DC.
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...remprimanded for this.
I have a hunch that #Trump and #Hegseth will be gleefully chuckling inside...
The two most intelligent of the four, #SteveBannon and #JDVance for similar reasons.
#Trump, because it reinforces his #Messianian status and #Hegseth because as a potential successor as #POTUS this would also reinforce his potential standing-to-be, just as the #Apostles' in the #Christian #Church and...
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...remprimanded for this.
I have a hunch that #Trump and #Hegseth will be gleefully chuckling inside...
The two most intelligent of the four, #SteveBannon and #JDVance for similar reasons.
#Trump, because it reinforces his #Messianian status and #Hegseth because as a potential successor as #POTUS this would also reinforce his potential standing-to-be, just as the #Apostles' in the #Christian #Church and...
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...remprimanded for this.
I have a hunch that #Trump and #Hegseth will be gleefully chuckling inside...
The two most intelligent of the four, #SteveBannon and #JDVance for similar reasons.
#Trump, because it reinforces his #Messianian status and #Hegseth because as a potential successor as #POTUS this would also reinforce his potential standing-to-be, just as the #Apostles' in the #Christian #Church and...
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...remprimanded for this.
I have a hunch that #Trump and #Hegseth will be gleefully chuckling inside...
The two most intelligent of the four, #SteveBannon and #JDVance for similar reasons.
#Trump, because it reinforces his #Messianian status and #Hegseth because as a potential successor as #POTUS this would also reinforce his potential standing-to-be, just as the #Apostles' in the #Christian #Church and...
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(2/3)
...remprimanded for this.
I have a hunch that #Trump and #Hegseth will be gleefully chuckling inside...
The two most intelligent of the four, #SteveBannon and #JDVance for similar reasons.
#Trump, because it reinforces his #Messianian status and #Hegseth because as a potential successor as #POTUS this would also reinforce his potential standing-to-be, just as the #Apostles' in the #Christian #Church and...
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Hellmouth / Against the Grain / Red Lights / Apostles
Bands: Rollmout Against the Grain Red Lights Apostles Venue: Cage $5 7 PM All Ages -
Please join us tonight as we continue our series exploring reactions to Jesus in Acts 13! Are we “in” or do we just think we are? https://youtube.com/live/Ci3qqDOSkY4
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Please join us tonight as we continue our series exploring reactions to Jesus in Acts 13! Are we “in” or do we just think we are? https://youtube.com/live/Ci3qqDOSkY4
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Please join us tonight as we continue our series exploring reactions to Jesus in Acts 13! Are we “in” or do we just think we are? https://youtube.com/live/Ci3qqDOSkY4
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Please join us tonight as we continue our series exploring reactions to Jesus in Acts 13! Are we “in” or do we just think we are? https://youtube.com/live/Ci3qqDOSkY4
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Rocks in the Storm by Bernd Schunack
https://tmblr.co/Z7VXvxieOD9l8W00
#12 #twelve #apostles #rock #formation #cliff #erosion #dramatic #clouds #rain #storm #stormy #weather #morning #great #ocean #road #australia #port #campbell #marine #national #park #gibson #steps #victoria #water #pacific #surf #beach
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Rocks in the Storm by Bernd Schunack
https://tmblr.co/Z7VXvxieOD9l8W00
#12 #twelve #apostles #rock #formation #cliff #erosion #dramatic #clouds #rain #storm #stormy #weather #morning #great #ocean #road #australia #port #campbell #marine #national #park #gibson #steps #victoria #water #pacific #surf #beach
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Rocks in the Storm by Bernd Schunack
https://tmblr.co/Z7VXvxieOD9l8W00
#12 #twelve #apostles #rock #formation #cliff #erosion #dramatic #clouds #rain #storm #stormy #weather #morning #great #ocean #road #australia #port #campbell #marine #national #park #gibson #steps #victoria #water #pacific #surf #beach
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Rocks in the Storm by Bernd Schunack
https://tmblr.co/Z7VXvxieOD9l8W00
#12 #twelve #apostles #rock #formation #cliff #erosion #dramatic #clouds #rain #storm #stormy #weather #morning #great #ocean #road #australia #port #campbell #marine #national #park #gibson #steps #victoria #water #pacific #surf #beach
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Today's pick: The Calling of James and John (1510) - Marco Basaiti. #art #MarcoBasaiti #Apostles
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Today's pick: The Calling of James and John (1510) - Marco Basaiti. #art #MarcoBasaiti #Apostles
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Today's pick: The Calling of James and John (1510) - Marco Basaiti. #art #MarcoBasaiti #Apostles
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Today's pick: The Calling of James and John (1510) - Marco Basaiti. #art #MarcoBasaiti #Apostles
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And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. […] Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, and laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.
[Τοῦ δὲ πλήθους τῶν πιστευσάντων ἦν καρδία καὶ ψυχὴ μία, καὶ οὐδὲ εἷς τι τῶν ὑπαρχόντων αὐτῷ ἔλεγεν ἴδιον εἶναι ἀλλ᾽ ἦν αὐτοῖς ἅπαντα κοινά. […] οὐδὲ γὰρ ἐνδεής τις ἦν ἐν αὐτοῖς· ὅσοι γὰρ κτήτορες χωρίων ἢ οἰκιῶν ὑπῆρχον, πωλοῦντες ἔφερον τὰς τιμὰς τῶν πιπρασκομένων καὶ ἐτίθουν παρὰ τοὺς πόδας τῶν ἀποστόλων, διεδίδετο δὲ ἑκάστῳ καθότι ἄν τις χρείαν εἶχεν.]The Bible (The New Testament) (AD 1st - 2nd C) Christian sacred scripture
Acts 4: 32, 34-35 [KJV (1611)]More info about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/bible-nt/79660/
#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #bible #newtestament #actsoftheapostles #apostles #charity #Christianity #Christians #commongood #commune #community #donation #incommon #need #property #redistribution #sharethewealth #sharing
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And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. […] Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, and laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.
[Τοῦ δὲ πλήθους τῶν πιστευσάντων ἦν καρδία καὶ ψυχὴ μία, καὶ οὐδὲ εἷς τι τῶν ὑπαρχόντων αὐτῷ ἔλεγεν ἴδιον εἶναι ἀλλ᾽ ἦν αὐτοῖς ἅπαντα κοινά. […] οὐδὲ γὰρ ἐνδεής τις ἦν ἐν αὐτοῖς· ὅσοι γὰρ κτήτορες χωρίων ἢ οἰκιῶν ὑπῆρχον, πωλοῦντες ἔφερον τὰς τιμὰς τῶν πιπρασκομένων καὶ ἐτίθουν παρὰ τοὺς πόδας τῶν ἀποστόλων, διεδίδετο δὲ ἑκάστῳ καθότι ἄν τις χρείαν εἶχεν.]The Bible (The New Testament) (AD 1st - 2nd C) Christian sacred scripture
Acts 4: 32, 34-35 [KJV (1611)]More info about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/bible-nt/79660/
#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #bible #newtestament #actsoftheapostles #apostles #charity #Christianity #Christians #commongood #commune #community #donation #incommon #need #property #redistribution #sharethewealth #sharing
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And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. […] Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, and laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.
[Τοῦ δὲ πλήθους τῶν πιστευσάντων ἦν καρδία καὶ ψυχὴ μία, καὶ οὐδὲ εἷς τι τῶν ὑπαρχόντων αὐτῷ ἔλεγεν ἴδιον εἶναι ἀλλ᾽ ἦν αὐτοῖς ἅπαντα κοινά. […] οὐδὲ γὰρ ἐνδεής τις ἦν ἐν αὐτοῖς· ὅσοι γὰρ κτήτορες χωρίων ἢ οἰκιῶν ὑπῆρχον, πωλοῦντες ἔφερον τὰς τιμὰς τῶν πιπρασκομένων καὶ ἐτίθουν παρὰ τοὺς πόδας τῶν ἀποστόλων, διεδίδετο δὲ ἑκάστῳ καθότι ἄν τις χρείαν εἶχεν.]The Bible (The New Testament) (AD 1st - 2nd C) Christian sacred scripture
Acts 4: 32, 34-35 [KJV (1611)]More info about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/bible-nt/79660/
#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #bible #newtestament #actsoftheapostles #apostles #charity #Christianity #Christians #commongood #commune #community #donation #incommon #need #property #redistribution #sharethewealth #sharing
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And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. […] Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, and laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.
[Τοῦ δὲ πλήθους τῶν πιστευσάντων ἦν καρδία καὶ ψυχὴ μία, καὶ οὐδὲ εἷς τι τῶν ὑπαρχόντων αὐτῷ ἔλεγεν ἴδιον εἶναι ἀλλ᾽ ἦν αὐτοῖς ἅπαντα κοινά. […] οὐδὲ γὰρ ἐνδεής τις ἦν ἐν αὐτοῖς· ὅσοι γὰρ κτήτορες χωρίων ἢ οἰκιῶν ὑπῆρχον, πωλοῦντες ἔφερον τὰς τιμὰς τῶν πιπρασκομένων καὶ ἐτίθουν παρὰ τοὺς πόδας τῶν ἀποστόλων, διεδίδετο δὲ ἑκάστῳ καθότι ἄν τις χρείαν εἶχεν.]The Bible (The New Testament) (AD 1st - 2nd C) Christian sacred scripture
Acts 4: 32, 34-35 [KJV (1611)]More info about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/bible-nt/79660/
#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #bible #newtestament #actsoftheapostles #apostles #charity #Christianity #Christians #commongood #commune #community #donation #incommon #need #property #redistribution #sharethewealth #sharing
