Humility is the foundation of all the other virtues hence, in the soul in which this virtue does not exist there cannot be any other virtue except in mere appearance.

                                         -St. Augustine

 

For Reflection:

Consider St. Augustine’s statement about humility. Why do you think humility is the foundation of all the other virtues? Why is the appearance of any other virtue merely pretense if humility is lacking?

 

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Chapter One   Page 9 The Special Call and Gift of Woman

She was a humble maiden, young in years but wise in the ways of God. The days of her youth had been filled with prayer, anticipation, and faithful adherence to the Law of Moses. Mary (or "Miriam," as she was called in Hebrew) knew that the Messiah would come.  Though the time of His coming was a mystery, she waited with patience and expectant faith, performing the common duties of her station, eager for the fulfillment of the prophets' words.