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Catholic Quote by Columba Marmion

“Have you not often met poor old women who are most faithful to the pious recitation of the Rosary? You also must do all that you can to recite it with fervour. Get right down, at the feet of Jesus: it is a good thing to make oneself small in the presence of so great a God.” quote by Columba Marmion
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“Have you not often met poor old women who are most faithful to the pious recitation of the Rosary? You also must do all that you can to recite it with fervour. Get right down, at the feet of Jesus: it is a good thing to make oneself small in the presence of so great a God.”

Columba Marmion

About This Quote

Source Book: The Life of St. Columba Marmion, 1923

Humility before God is shown by making oneself small and reciting the Rosary with fervor.

In simple terms: Be humble before God.

Key Takeaway

Recite the Rosary sincerely.

Themes

humility faith prayer

Mood

reverent contemplative

Type

spiritual devotional

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church services
  • confession
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

spirituality devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility deepen prayer?
  • What does “making oneself small” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

May focus on external rituals neglect inner humility.

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