Created for Greatness: The Power of Magnanimity

by Alexandre Havard

Created for Greatness explores the virtue of magnanimity, the willingness to undertake great tasks, as the source of human greatness. Magnanimity is a virtue capable of setting the tone of your entire life, transforming it, giving it new meaning and leading to the flourishing of your personality. Along with humility, it is a virtue specific to true leaders emboldened by the desire to achieve greatness by bringing out the greatness in others. Complete with practical steps and points for personal examination, this book will not only inspire you, but will place you firmly on the path to a more magnanimous life.

Genres: Leadership, Christianity, Self Help, Philosophy

96 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 14, 2011

About the author

Alexandre Dianine-Havard

Reviews

[Davis Haguma]

Havard masterfully discusses how magnanimity and humility are the two indispensable virtues for leadership. I liked how he linked them to the cardinal virtues, clearly explaining how these two are specific to leadership.

[Eric Swanson · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is much that this short book has to offer. To anyone who wishes to grow in the cardinal virtues and adopt a mental ethic conducive to holiness - I'd highly recommend this. St. Paul calls us "not to be conformed to the world, but the renewing of [our] minds". Therefore, as we arise in a decadent world - we must commission ourselves to worthwhile reading and reflection. Our minds are akin to a fertile garden - where seeds of growth or destruction may grow. We should take heed then, what we allow into our minds. There is also a section at the end which includes some more practical tips for the pursuit of magnanimity and humility.

Great read!

[Eduardo Da Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Novamente, Havard apresenta um belo trabalho, com as características essenciais de um líder: magnanimidade e humildade. De forma clara e objetiva ele mostra como podemos exercitar essas duas virtudes, para alcançar ideias nobres, que façam diferença em toda a sociedade. Como não poderia deixar de ser, busca boa parte de suas conclusões, frutos de muitas pesquisas e aplicações reais, na filosofia cristã.

Recomendo.

[Michael H Harner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought provoking consideration of a misunderstood virtue.

Exceptional book. Provides an insight into the foundational purchase a leadership, those being magnanimity and humility. A must read for anyone serious about leadership.

[Atenea · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sigue repitiendo ejemplos y vuelve a querer ser objetivo pero no lo logra

[Ed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Havard once again provides insights into personal growth and growing in virtue. A terrific book for anyone seeking to become a better version of oneself.

[Danna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book!!!! Big recommend :-)

[Filip · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about catholic virtues. Explained in short, to the point texts with many examples from real life.
It is how to live carefree fullfiling and happy life like a saint.

[Jason Joseph · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I can't quite put my finger on it, I did not get a lot out of this book. In the end, it comes across as a lot of pretty words about leadership.

[María Luengo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Creo que era demasiado denso para el momento en el que lo estaba leyendo. No me cogió mucho. Solo leí un capítulo.