How to Pray With the Bible: The Ancient Prayer Form of Lectio Divina Made Simple

by Karl A. Schultz

Praying with the Bible is an active dialogue with God through which we may be taught, healed, and transformed. It is God and the praying person communicating and offering themselves to each other. Learn an ancient prayer technique known as "lectio divina" -- a simple, natural rhythm of reading and reflection that can be used for individual and family prayer, Bible study, or small faith-sharing groups. "Lectio," or "holy reading," is well-known to monks and nuns, but it actually began with and is equally appropriate for laypersons. Acclaimed author and retreat leader Karl A. Schultz, author of eight related books, will teach you an intuitive way to use this process for the Liturgy of the Hours, the Rosary, the Stations of the Cross, the Mass, modern papal encyclicals, spiritual classics, journaling, and stress management. Addressing the Catholic Biblical Federation, Pope Benedict XVI said that, if effectively promoted, "lectio" will bring to the Church "a new spiritual springtime." This book is not only about how to pray with the Bible, but how to bring it to life using your own experience, which contributes significantly to a meaningful encounter with God's Word.

157 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2007

Reviews

[Elkaza · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gland to find a book to explain the prayer of Lectio Divina, something I have been involved with over the years, but never fully understood it. Enjoyed that it was an easy read, that gave me a very good historical and spiritual view behind how a person can pray with Holy Scripture.

However, my one issue with this book, is that I find the author went into so many directions at times, focusing on everything in relation to intellectually, emotionally and spiritually link to Lectio Divina, that often I moved forward with the text.

Nevertheless, a great read for something one to learn all about Lectio Divina.

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

It had some helpful tips, but the author was a little too touchy feely, "modern" Catholic for me. It's a good place to start but I'm still looking for a more traditionally oriented way to do lectio.