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Perception

How to decode the hidden symbols of the Bible according to spiritual masters

Discover how to decipher the hidden symbols of the Bible according to spiritual masters: patristic methods, typology, literal/allegorical/moral/anagogic meaning, adapted lectio divina, recurring symbols (water, light, numbers), spiritual geography, and concrete practices to enrich your prayer life. This guide is accessible to anyone wishing to deepen their contemplative reading of Scripture.

“You have received a Spirit who has made you sons, and in him we cry out, ‘Abba!’ that is, ‘Father!’” (Rom 8:12-17)

From slavery to sonship: how the Holy Spirit makes us cry “Abba” and transforms our identity, from fear to filial freedom and glorious hope.

“Should not this daughter of Abraham have been loosed from this bond on the Sabbath day?” (Luke 13:10-17)

Jesus heals the bent woman on the Sabbath: choosing mercy over legalism, calling to see and straighten the invisible.

Why Preachers Avoid Talking About the Canonical Approach: Bible Study's Best-Kept Secret

Discover why so many preachers avoid the canonical approach—a method that illuminates the coherence of the entire Bible—and how to gradually integrate it to transform individual and community understanding of Scripture.

Why Ignoring Female Voices in Theology Impoverishes You Spiritually

Don't neglect women's voices in theology any longer: discover how their perspectives enrich biblical hermeneutics and transform spiritual life.

When Biblical Ecology Challenges Our Modern Environmental Prejudices

How biblical ecology reconciles faith and protection of nature: principles of stewardship, natural rhythms, and hope to transform our practices.

“You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky; but why do you not know how to interpret this time?” (Lk 12:54-59)

Discerning the signs of the times (Lk 12:54-59): developing a spiritual outlook to interpret the present, acting with lucidity and responding to God's calls.

“To whom much has been given, much will be required” (Lk 12:39-48)

Parable of the Faithful Steward (Luke 12:39-48): Transforming gifts and talents into vigilant responsibility. Meditation, practical applications, and prayer.

Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles: A Light of Hope for Venezuela

Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles, the first Venezuelan saint: a journey of faith, disability, resilience, and a message of hope for a Venezuela in crisis.

“Blessed are the servants whom the master finds awake when he comes” (Luke 12:35-38)

“Blessed are the servants whom the master finds watching”: A meditation on Christian watchfulness—how to watch with joy, service, and hope.

The Conversation That Completely Changed My View of Prayer

A simple conversation transformed my prayer: how to replace the spiritual checklist with an authentic and spontaneous relationship with God.

A Breath of Kindness: Contemplative Meditations Inspired by Saint John XXIII

Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli — Saint John XXIII — remains for many a figure of gentleness, closeness, and trust in Providence. His...

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern life

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern lives are more relevant than ever in a constantly changing world. As...

Spiritual Reflections to Nourish Your Faith

Spiritual reflections play a vital role in many people's lives, acting as a beacon of light in times of uncertainty and doubt....

The Art of Prayer: A Spiritual Journey

The art of prayer is a millennia-old practice that spans centuries and cultures, offering each of us a path to...