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Lectio Divina Explained: A Monk’s Guide to Hearing God Through Scripture | Fr Michael Casey OCSO
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20:32Now PlayingDiscover the deep meaning and transformative power of Lectio Divina, the ancient Christian practice of sacred reading, with Fr Michael Casey OCSO, a Trappist monk from Tarrawarra Abbey in the Yarra Valley, Australia.
With over 60 years of monastic life, writing, and spiritual teaching, Fr Michael offers a rich, accessible introduction to Lectio Divina—what it is, how to practice it, and how God speaks to us through Scripture.
To read Fr Michael’s book Sacred Reding:
In this video, you’ll learn:
✨ What Lectio Divina really means
✨ Why it differs from ordinary reading
✨ How to prepare your heart before reading Scripture
✨ Why slow, reflective reading opens the soul
✨ How God speaks through text, conscience, and spirit
✨ What to do when “nothing happens”
✨ Practical advice for choosing biblical books
✨ How daily Scripture reading forms your spiritual life over time
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Whether you’re new to prayer, deepening your spiritual practice, or guiding others in ministry, this is a beautiful, profound introduction to encountering God through His Word.
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