Know Thyself, 100 Guided Meditations on Humility of Heart
By Ryan Grant · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Know Thyself, 100 Guided Meditations on Humility of Heart presents daily reflections on the foundational virtue of humility, adapted from Fr. Cajetan da Bergamo’s classic Humility of Heart and supplemented with saints’ writings and Scripture, rooted in the Church’s perennial moral tradition. This hardcover devotional offers guided meditations, prayers, and scriptural passages to assist readers in daily growth in self‑knowledge, humility, and conformity to Christ over one hundred days.
- Provides 100 daily meditations focused on the virtue of humility
- Draws on classic spiritual teaching adapted for contemporary readers
- Includes saints’ quotes, prayers for humility, and Scripture passages
- Supports deeper self‑examination and spiritual growth in daily life
- Ideal for personal devotional use or guided prayer practice
FAQs
Q: What is the focus of this book?
A: It offers 100 guided meditations on the virtue of humility, encouraging readers to grow in self‑knowledge and conformity to Christ through reflection, prayer, and Scripture.
Q: How are the meditations structured?
A: Each meditation pairs a quote from a saint with a short reflection, Scripture verse, and prayer, guiding readers through thoughtful consideration of humility in daily life.
Q: Can this book aid in daily prayer?
A: Yes, its devotional format is well suited for daily prayer, contemplation, and interior formation rooted in the Church’s spiritual tradition.
Q: Is it appropriate for personal or group use?
A: The reflections are appropriate for personal devotion and may also serve as a basis for small group prayer and discussion on Christian humility.
Q: How does this book relate to Humility of Heart?
A: It adapts and reorganizes the classic teaching from Humility of Heart with updated language and structure to make the spiritual wisdom accessible over a series of daily meditations.
Intended Audience
For Catholic readers seeking to deepen their interior life through daily reflection on humility, those desiring spiritual growth in self‑knowledge, and anyone wishing to cultivate the foundational virtue of humility in continuity with Church tradition.
Key Themes
- Humility as the foundation for spiritual growth
- Daily guided meditation rooted in saints’ wisdom
- Integration of prayer, Scripture, and self‑reflection
- Christian formation through consistent devotional practice
- Compiled by:
- Ryan Grant
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 259
- Publication Date:
- 10/10/2018
- SKU:
- 2765
- Product Format:
- Hardcover
- Height:
- 7.25
- Width:
- 5.25
16 Reviews
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Know Thyself: 100 Guided Meditations on Humility of Heart
Excellent mediations on Humility...The most important of virtues.
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Perfili
Highly recommended. Spiritually priceless.
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KNOW THYSELF
This small book of beautifully curated, short meditations has been in my library now for a few years…
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Speaks to my heart
Heartfelt. I'll buy mote
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important
It is a good presentation/condensation of Fr. Cajetan's work. I like it.
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Know Thyself
I am thoroughly enjoying this book of meditations with some of the most outstanding saint quotes! Th…
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Excellent book
Ive probably bought 20 of Humility of Heart to give away. Then I discovered Know Thyself and promptl…
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Great short meditations with some thought
I like the format, short meditations written on Saints quotes, read one a day, the same several time…
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Excellent and inspiring...
I am a true Tan Fan and recently purchased this book. I am still currently reading it and only read …
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Love this little but mighty book!
Quickly becoming a daily habit for jump starting periods of mental prayer!
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Very nice
Very nice little format for doing daily meditations on humility. The quotes from the saints are alwa…
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Excellent book.
Excellent book.