Description
Letter 2. Humility in the Spiritual Life
Book Summary
This work gathers a fundamental letter from St. Josemaría Escrivá, dated 1931, in which he delves into the virtue of humility as a pillar of the spiritual life. The reader will find a direct and meditated reflection on how humility opens the soul to divine grace, identifies the main obstacles that stand in the way of holiness, and points to sincerity as a practical means to cultivate this essential virtue. A short but intense text, of great value for those seeking solid spiritual guidance.
What is it about?
The book presents the complete text of the second letter written by St. Josemaría Escrivá, dated March 24, 1931. In it, the author addresses humility not as an abstract concept, but as an active disposition of the soul that allows one to receive the grace of God. Throughout its pages, the most common obstacles that hinder spiritual growth, such as pride and self-sufficiency, are analyzed, and the virtue of sincerity—both with oneself and with God—is proposed as the most effective path to achieve authentic humility. The edition also includes a contextual note explaining that there is an oral commentary recorded by St. Josemaría himself in 1966, which adds an additional layer of depth to the reading.
Main Topics
- Humility as the foundation of the spiritual life and the gateway to divine grace.
- Identification and analysis of the main obstacles to inner growth (pride, arrogance, self-sufficiency).
- Sincerity as a practical and necessary means to cultivate humility.
- The relationship between the grace of God and the humble disposition of the soul.
- The spiritual teaching of St. Josemaría Escrivá, contextualized in his early foundational writings.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at people interested in Christian spirituality, especially those looking for a concise and profound guide on humility. It is suitable both for those beginning their journey of faith and for readers with experience in the interior life who wish to delve into an essential virtue from the perspective of a contemporary spiritual master. It will also be of interest to scholars of the thought of St. Josemaría Escrivá and Opus Dei.
What this book provides
- Clear and direct teaching on humility, drawn from the spiritual experience of a saint.
- A practical tool for personal reflection and examination of conscience.
- A short but dense text, ideal for daily meditation or leisurely reading.
- The added value of a historical document that includes an oral commentary by the author decades later.
- A perspective that links sincerity with humility, offering a concrete path to grow in the spiritual life.
Technical Specifications
- Author: ESCRIVA DE BALAGUER, JOSEMARIA
- Publisher: EDICIONES RIALP S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: CHRISTIANITY
- Collection: BOOKS BY JOSEMARIA ESCRIVA DE BALAGUER
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: February 2024
- Number of pages: 102
- Weight: 87 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a brief but spiritually dense work that recovers a foundational text by St. Josemaría Escrivá with undeniable testimonial value. Its practical approach and direct style make it an accessible reading for anyone interested in inner growth, without the need for prior theological knowledge. The inclusion of the historical context and the oral commentary add depth to content that, by its nature, invites rereading and meditation. It is, in short, a useful and well-edited proposal for those seeking concrete spiritual guidance.