By now we have recognized the wisdom and insight to be gained from the Rule of Benedict and Sr Joan's commentary. Not surprisingly, the eighth step of humility, encourages us to follow the good examples of those who have come before us, and those who live among us.
Value the truths taught by ohers, seek out wisdom and enshrine it in our hearts. Do not make the mistake of becoming our own blind guide.
Our living communities have a great deal to teach us. All we need is respect for experience and the comforting kind of faith that it take to do what we cannot now see to be valuable.
We must learn to open our eyes and our hearts
to the wisdom of others.
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