Ignatius of loyola spells out in his spiritual exercises. Barry, sj 314 let me explain what ignatius says about the different ways gods spirit and the evil spirit operate with those who have deliberately and seriously turned away from god. Ignatius of loyola proposes rules of discernment which help us understand. By integrating the rules and the experience of contemporary people, fr. Timothy gallagher serves as an introduction to the spiritual exercises of st. The ignatian rules for discernment of spirits are meant to be of help.
Consolation, desolation what to do and what not to do in this state this is the topic of this short presentation. Jun 11, 2015 i found these rules profoundly practical, helpful and freeing. Ignatius of loyolas rules for discernment and how their insights are invaluable for our spiritual growth today. Discernment of spirits is good book for anyone looking to learn about ignatius 14 rules on the discernment spirits. Ignatius loyola s rules for discernment provide a framework, not a program. Discernment of spirits lanteri center for ignatian spirituality. The discernment of spirits setting the captives free with fr.
A humble and persevering effort to live according to the wisdom of these rules, assisted by a spiritual guide and with trust in gods always sufficient grace, gradually forms the mature spiritual person, able to discern and overcome the deceptions of the enemy, faithfully fulfilling gods will. An ignatian guide for everyday living by father timothy gallagher, omv. The rules deal with ways to interpret the states of consolation joy, peace, gratitude, and the like and desolation depression, anxiety, fear that people typically experience in the course of cultivating a spiritual life. Ignatius first set of rules numbers 14, which i will cover in this series. Timothy gallagher, a talented teacher, retreat leader, and scholar, helps us understand the rules and how their insights are essential for. Heres what satan s voice sounds like, according to st.
Ignatius rules for becoming aware and understanding to some extent the different movements which are caused in the soul, the good, to receive them, and the bad to reject them. The 14 rules for discerning of spirits the different movements which are caused in the soul. We dare not move because we dont know where we are going. The series is based on materials written by brian grogan, sj, of the irish jesuits. Ignatius the first rule in the persons who go from mortal sin to mortal sin, the enemy is commonly used to propose to them apparent pleasures, making them imagine sensual delights and pleasures in order to hold them more and make them grow in their vices and sins. An ignatian guide for everyday living kindle edition by gallagher, timothy m. Ignatius of loyola who wrote the rules of discernment after his conversion experience. Ignatius of loyolathe author of the fourteen rules for discernment of spiritswas a. In this 26 part series, father timothy gallagher looks at the 14 ignatian rules for discernment of spirits. The first set is 14 rules spiritual exercises, 3327 that give practical. This book clearly outlines and clarifies ignatius fourteen rules on discernment with.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Discernment of spirits catholic education resource center. Home scepter blog corner 14 rules for the discernment of spirits by st. All our muscles and all our faculties are intact, but darkness paralyzes us. Ignatious, spiritual discernment, discernment of spirits, 14 rules for the discernment. Experiencing the spiritual exercises of saint ignatius in daily life by kevin obrien, sj 3336 the discernment of the spirits rests on the belief that the human heart is a battleground where god and the evil one struggle for mastery. Ignatian spirituality has long been associated with discernmentthe art of discovering how best to respond to god in daily life. What can ignatius teach us about the discernment of spirits that lies at the very heart of christian life. And these rules are more proper for the first week. Discernment of spirits is the term given to the judgment whereby it is possible to determine from what spirit the impulses of the soul emanate, and it is easy to understand the importance of this judgment both for selfdirection and the direction of others. The first 14 rules are designed to teach us to recognize the devils tactics and overcome them with gods help and following gods will for us. This wonderfully conceived booklet faithfully interprets st. The discernment of spirits part 1 god in all things.
Father timothys books are always worthy of another visit. Discernment of spirits helps us progress through the first two stagesthe last is a pure gift from god that cant be achieved with human effort. Discernment of spirits seeking and finding god in our. We must be ready to improvise and adjust because god works in each of us so uniquely. Gallagher, who apparently teaches about the ignatian rules of discernment around the world, spends his words and thoughts on giving practical guidance to the spiritual life through the text of the 14 rules of discernment st. I found these rules profoundly practical, helpful and freeing. Through reallife examples, the rules come alive for the panel on each show. Rules for becoming aware and understanding to some extent the different movements which are caused in the soul, the good, to receive them, and the bad to reject them. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the discernment of spirits. The spiritual exercises of st ignatius of loyola rules. I reccomend all the 4 books by gallagherhe is truly an authoritative voice on the.
Gallaghers book discernment of spirits published by crossroads books. Start studying ignation rules for discernment of spirits. These are my paraphrases and interpretations of the text of the exercises. The sixth presentation in the ignatian way series introduces ignatian discernment. Learn more about the discernment of spirits parish retreat and take a look through the themes and content. The institute for priestly formation discernment of spirits. Hosted by kris mcgregor, the series is based on the 14 rules for discerning spirits. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Ignatius loyola summarized his approach to discernment of spirits in two sets of rules for discernment, which he included in the spiritual exercises. The discernment of spirits although ignatius of loyola, founder of the jesuits, is one of the most influential spiritual leaders of all time, most readers find his. The rules for the second week are given in paragraphs 328 to 336 of the literal translation of the original rules.
Marks in rome under the seal of the fisherman, 31 july, 1548, in the 14th year of our pontificate. Discernment of spirits as an act of faith an ignatian spirituality reader by william a. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the. Spirit of light or darkness a casebook for studying. This book is for all who desire greater awareness of gods action in their daily spiritual lives. Gallagherss various books and audio which are available for purchase, please visit his website.
These rules are not about making specific life decisions, but about exploring the interior movements that happen within us, between what ignatius calls the good and evil spirits. Timothy gallagher, a talented teacher, retreat leader, and. If you wish to view it in fullscreen mode, click the icon at bottom right. Dec 19, 2011 consolation, desolation what to do and what not to do in this state this is the topic of this short presentation. I wish that i had exposure to these rules of spiritual discernment of spirits. Ignatiuss fourteen rules constitute a program for progressive growth in discernment of spirits. Rules for the discernment of spirits 23 other ladder whereby to ascend unto god but by the works of god, wrote robert bellarmine, distinguishing the ascent of the mind from the rapture of the spirit and representing an intellectualistic tradi tion which he. Discernment of spirits is a term used in orthodox, roman catholic and charismatic evangelist christian theology to indicate judging various spiritual agents for their moral influence. Ignatius guide for the spiritual life 8 cds conference recording. If you would like to learn these rules in greater depth, please read the discernment of spirits. The first and the last being evil, and the second and third good, the judgment. Ignatius loyola summarized his approach to discernment of spirits in 2 sets of rules. Thibodeaux by email about the ignatian practice of discernment of spirits.
The 14 rules for discerning of spirits the different. Jun 11, 2018 in the spiritual exercises ignatius provides us with a list of what he calls the rules for the discernment of spirits. An ignatian guide for everyday living unabridged audio book on cd 9780824520045 by timothy gallagher o. Gallagher shows the precision, clarity, and insight of ignatiuss rules. An ignatian guide for everyday living leads us through ignatiuss first 14 rules for discernment, showing both their precise insight. Ignatius loyolas rules for discernment to help make wise choices and sound decisions. Each panel is a cutebutdeadlyserious explanation of ignatian principals for distinguishing between the influence of god and the evil one.
First the rule is stated as it was written by ignatius and then the rule is discussed in a practical sense. Discernment of spirits is the reflective exercise of trying to sift through our feelings and thoughts, to see which could indicate the movements of god as he draws us to life, and which could indicate a countermovement, getting in the way of our relationship with god. Discernment, like any other art, demands practice, and jules j. Here we find rules for the discernment of spirits and, being clearly and briefly formulated, these rules indicate a secure course, containing in embryo all that is included in the more extensive treatises of later date. Gallagherss various books and audio which are available for purchase. By integrating the rules and the experience of contemporary people, gallagher shows the precision, clarity and insight of ignatiuss rules. Sep 01, 2005 discernment of spirits is good book for anyone looking to learn about ignatius 14 rules on the discernment spirits. To order the complete series, please call 6179230220.
Here follow regulations for the diffusion of the book, and then confirmatory clauses. Discernment of spirits seeking and finding god in our experience. The church has a multitude of books, journals and memoirs written by the saints and fathers of the church, however, this food for the spiritual journey can often be difficult to digest. Setting the captives free in time of desolation never to make a change.
That is why most counselors recommend undertaking discernment of spirits with the assistance of a spiritual director. Spiritual warfare and the discernment of spirits by dan burke. An ignatian guide for everyday living ebook 9780824549718 by timothy m. Introduction to discernment of spirits ignatian spirituality. The first principle is a desire to choose the good. In the spiritual exercises ignatius provides us with a list of what he calls the rules for the discernment of spirits. While he may have taken the idea from the founder of the society of jesus, the scope, method, and development of this montfort month is so different from ignatius spiritual exercises as to defy comparison.