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• Group 4 Religious Studies

  • Dominican Spirituality
• Dominican Order is part of the four great mendicant orders of the Roman Catholic Church founded by St. Dominic in 1215
• St. Dominic accompanied his bishop to a preaching mission among the Albigensian heretics of Southern France and founded a convent in Prouille in 1206
• The Order spread to Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Today, there are more than 5,000 Dominican Friars
• Dominican Spirituality is done with fullness of mind and openness both to the Spirit of God and to the hearts of those to whom the word of God is being preached
• Four Pillars of Dominican Spirituality

  • Prayer
  • Study
  • Common life or Community
  • Preaching
• Prayer in Dominican Spirituality


  God's healing presence in the modern world is radiated by Jesus Christ. It involves honoring the Word via regular devotions, study, meditation, and the proclamation known as Holy Preaching. God’s word celebrated in the Eucharist nourishes lives in imitation of the Mother of God
• Study in Dominican Spirituality


  Emphasizes the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. Through intellectual exploration, individuals gain insights that inform their spiritual growth and empower them to engage with the world
• Common Life or Community in Dominican Spirituality


  Forms the heart of Dominican spirituality, promoting solidarity, compassion, and support among individuals. It fosters a sense of belonging and encourages collaborative efforts in service and ministry
• Preaching in Dominican Spirituality


  Central to Dominican spirituality, involves sharing the Gospel message with passion and conviction. It inspires others to embrace faith, pursue justice, and contribute to the common good
• Charism in Dominican Spirituality


  Spiritual gifts that equip Christians with special abilities from the Holy Spirit to represent God and convey His goodness to humanity
• The charism of Dominican spirituality is centered around the energetic pursuit of truth, which emerges from contemplation. The Dominican Order, also known as the Order of Preachers, is dedicated to sharing the truth about God through study, prayer, community, and preaching. The four pillars that set the Dominicans apart from other orders are prayer, community, study, and preaching. Prayer, including the Eucharist, the Liturgy of the Hours, and the Holy Rosary, is an essential element of Dominican life. Study is highly valued, with student brothers spending at least five years in graduate theological studies. Preaching the Word is the first priority of the Dominican Province, and each friar is actively involved in preaching. The Dominican charism is also characterized by community, ministry, and service, with an emphasis on living a life dedicated to the pursuit and sharing of truth