Contemplative Prayer as Resting
The concept of Contemplative Prayer can be difficult to understand. But in Psalm 62, David provides a great description:
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Contemplative Prayer as Longing
The concept of Contemplative Prayer can be difficult to understand. But in Psalm 63, David provides a great description:
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Daniel fasts for further insight into prophecy
Daniel was among the exiles living in Babylon. In the Book of the Prophet Jeremiah, he notices a key prophecy. Needing further insight, he fasts and prays. This is his first major fasting.
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Contemplative Prayer as Waiting
The concept of Contemplative Prayer can be difficult to understand. But in Psalm 25, David provides the simplest of descriptions.
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The Dark Night by St. John of the Cross
John of the Cross wrote “The Dark Night” in 1578 or 1579. It is a guide for spiritual development and mystical prayer.
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The Interior Castle by Teresa of Ávila
St. Teresa of Ávila wrote “The Interior Castle” in 1577. It is a guide for spiritual development and mystical prayer.
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Job’s Dark Night
We discover fresh insights into the person of Job by interpreting his experience according to “The Dark Night” by St. John of the Cross.