Purpose of This Library
The Biblical Foundations of Centering Prayer
The Centering Prayer Society uses the term Centering Prayer for a disciplined time of becoming still before God, listening for the guidance of the Holy Spirit, testing what is received, and responding in faithful obedience to Jesus Christ.
These articles represent biblical passages connected with silence, listening, prayer, the indwelling Spirit, spiritual gifts, discernment, surrender, and service.
Scripture edition: The quotation boxes use mainly the public-domain bibles that are available on BibleGateway.com:
King James Version (KJV) — 1611 text; BibleGateway uses 1987 printing but still Public Domain in U.S.
World English Bible (WEB) — Explicitly public domain (no copyright) Modern English; freely copyable in any format
Douay‑Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA) — Public domain, Classic Catholic translation from the Latin Vulgate
Darby Translation (DARBY) — Public domain in the United States
Article introductions will be expanded with historical background, commentary, testimony, and practical guidance.
King James Version (KJV) — 1611 text; BibleGateway uses 1987 printing but still Public Domain in U.S.
World English Bible (WEB) — Explicitly public domain (no copyright) Modern English; freely copyable in any format
Douay‑Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA) — Public domain, Classic Catholic translation from the Latin Vulgate
Darby Translation (DARBY) — Public domain in the United States
Article introductions will be expanded with historical background, commentary, testimony, and practical guidance.
Eighteen Articles on the Biblical Basis for Centering Prayer
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Article 01Jesus' Kingdom Came,
Article 07The Battle for Our Minds:
Article 13