Lectio Divina

The Fourth Step of Lectio Divina: Resting in the Gaze of Jesus

Returning to our series on lectio divina, we arrive at the final step, contemplation (contemplatio). [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] Thus far we have read (lectio) the passage of scripture, meditated (meditatio) on it, and prayed (oratio) to God, relating everything back to Him. It is now our duty to rest in the presence of God and simply absorb the moment. This is how Father Luke Dysinger, OSB, describes it:

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The Third Step of Lectio Divina: Returning Everything Back to God

After reading (lectio) the passage of scripture and meditating (meditatio) on it, the third step of lectio divina involves praying (oratio) to God and relating everything you have received back to Him. It means pouring out your heart to God, not leaving any stone unturned. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false”] This is often the easiest step in lectio divina, as it involves relating to God

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