Maxim

Father Hardon’s maxims present short but profound reflections on the Catholic spiritual life and the pursuit of holiness. These concise teachings offer wisdom on prayer, virtue, sacrifice, charity, and faithful Christian living rooted in Catholic tradition.

When Making a Serious Decision

By Father John A. Hardon, S.J. When making a serious decision, Father Hardon says, First we set a date when we would make our decision. You, we, all agreed to pray about the issue. Then follow the recommendations of St. Ignatius. Copyright © 2003 Inter Mirifica

Maxims of St. Ignatius

By Father John A. Hardon, S.J. The following quotations from a number of authentic sources express the mind of St. Ignatius on a variety of subjects suitable for prayer and reflection. Collections of Ignatian maxims go back to at least the beginning of the eighteenth century when Hevenesi first published his Scintillae Ignatianae, or “Sayings […]