The second request of the very pure soul is to see the…
“The second request of the very pure soul is to see the coming of the Father's kingdom (cf. Mt. 6:10). What this means first of all is that each day Christ should reign among holy men. And this happens when the devil's power has been driven out of our hearts through the expulsion of sinful foulness and when God has begun to reign within us amid the good odors of virtue. With fornication vanquished, chastity rules; with anger overcome, peace is king; with pride under foot, humility is sovereign.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Spiritual purity requires daily reign of Christ within, achieved by expelling sin and cultivating virtues like chastity, peace, and humility.
In simple terms: Purify heart, let Christ rule, and virtues dominate.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate virtue, reject sin.
Themes
spirituality
virtue
discipline
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
advice
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- confession
- self‑examination
- community worship
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
inner transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize lingering sin?
- What daily practice strengthens inner reign?
A Different Perspective
Sin can resurface if vigilance lapses.