St. Silouan the Athonite on Humble Trust - Orthodox (Proverbs 3:5-6)
"'Lean not on your own understanding'—this is humility. The proud soul trusts itself; the humble soul trusts God. In the Orthodox way, trust grows through...
This is theological quotes on humility and prayer for adults, drawing on Proverbs 3:5-6. It carries an emotional tone of trust, humility and awe.
"'Lean not on your own understanding'—this is humility. The proud soul trusts itself; the humble soul trusts God. In the Orthodox way, trust grows through prayer, fasting, and submission to spiritual direction. The path straightens as pride dies." — St. Silouan the Athonite. Orthodox: humble trust.
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