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Robert Nixon, OSB &middot; Published by TAN Books</p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Overview</h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">It is a challenging but absolute truth of the spiritual life: without the virtue of humility, we cannot enter the Kingdom of Heaven. It simply cannot be done. Just as pride was the engine of Lucifer's rebellion and remains the root of all human sin, so must humility be the bedrock in which all other virtues are anchored if they are to bear supernatural fruit. While modern secular culture has entirely lost its sense of sin&mdash;largely because it has discarded the \"queen of virtues\"&mdash;the saints have always recognized humility as the heartbeat of holiness.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">In <strong>Humility and the Elevation of the Mind to God</strong>, TAN Books presents a historic spiritual milestone: a hidden masterpiece by Thomas &agrave; Kempis, the legendary author of <em>The Imitation of Christ</em>, translated into English for the very first time by Fr. Robert Nixon, OSB. In this brief but incredibly rich volume, Kempis treats this foundational virtue with the profound, practical insight that characterized the <em>Devotio Moderna</em> movement. He provides an explicit roadmap to help the soul identify the deceptive, subtle manifestations of hidden pride, cultivate true lowliness of heart, and elevate the mind to a transcendent, eternal God. The volume also features a collection of Kempis's deeply personal, moving prayers alongside a classic 1597 biography of the author by Jesuit scholar Heribert Rosweyde, offering a complete, life-changing manual for interior perfection.</p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0; padding-left: 1.25rem; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">\n<li><strong>Available in English for the First Time:</strong> Encounter an un-translated treasure from one of the greatest spiritual writers in Church history, made completely accessible to modern readers.</li>\n<li><strong>Unmask Hidden Pride:</strong> Learn to recognize the pernicious, quiet forms of pride that mask themselves as virtue but quietly burn away interior peace.</li>\n<li><strong>Conform to the Savior:</strong> Absorb practical steps to live out our Lord&rsquo;s supreme command: <em>\"Learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart.\"</em></li>\n<li><strong>Elevate the Soul:</strong> Discover how true lowliness does not crush the spirit, but rather acts as the exact springboard needed to raise the mind to mystical union with God.</li>\n</ul>\n<div style=\"background: #fdfcf0; border: 1px solid #d4af37; padding: 1.25rem; margin: 1.5rem 0; border-radius: 4px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; color: #870000; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"><strong>What this Classic Spiritual Manual Teaches You:</strong></p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 1.25rem; font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 1.5;\">\n<li><strong>The Absolute Necessity of Humility:</strong> Why no amount of good works, theological study, or rigorous penance can achieve anything lasting without this virtue.</li>\n<li><strong>The Mechanics of Holy Prayer:</strong> How to approach the altar, the Blessed Mother, and the saints with authentic, trembling reverence.</li>\n<li><strong>Historical Context:</strong> Includes a historic biography of Thomas &agrave; Kempis, revealing the human struggles and profound Marian devotions behind his writing.</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">From the Book</h3>\n<blockquote style=\"font-style: italic; border-left: 4px solid #E2E2E2; background: #fafafa; padding: 1rem; font-size: 1.15rem; margin: 1rem 0;\">&ldquo;The very first lesson of Christ is, therefore, humility of heart; for this is the foundation of all virtues and indispensable to the attainment of eternal salvation... In vain are all our labors unless they are accompanied by humility.&rdquo; <br /><span style=\"font-size: 1rem; color: #555;\">&mdash; Lesson 1</span></blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"font-style: italic; border-left: 4px solid #E2E2E2; background: #fafafa; padding: 1rem; font-size: 1.15rem; margin: 1rem 0;\">&ldquo;Hidden pride is a most pernicious vice, the more so since it is not recognized and does not recognize itself. On the outside, it may appear gentle, mild, and even humble. Yet inside, it burns away bitterly.&rdquo; <br /><span style=\"font-size: 1rem; color: #555;\">&mdash; On the Manifestations of Pride</span></blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">Intended Audience</h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\">This text is a must-have for any serious Catholic looking to conquer their root sins, deepen their prayer life, or discover a companion text to <em>The Imitation of Christ</em>. Because it is structured into short, punchy reflections and includes beautiful, structured vocal prayers, it functions perfectly as a handbook for daily mental prayer, holy hours, Lenten meditations, or as a meaningful gift for confirmation candidates, seminarians, and religious.</p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">FAQs</h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>How does this book relate to *The Imitation of Christ*?</strong><br />While written as distinct, separate works, these treatises explore identical themes. If you found the radical, uncompromising calls to self-denial and interior simplicity in the <em>Imitation</em> helpful, this book provides a deeper, highly focused continuation on the specific virtue Kempis valued above all others.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Who translated this version?</strong><br />This volume was meticulously translated from the original 1601 Antwerp Latin edition (<em>Opera Omnia Thomae &agrave; Kempis</em>) by Father Robert Nixon, OSB, a Benedictine monk who has specialized in bringing long-hidden medieval masterpieces to English-speaking readers.</p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.6;\"><strong>Are the prayers inside meant for liturgical or private use?</strong><br />They are beautifully written personal, devotional prayers composed by Kempis himself. 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