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How does humility function as knowledge and communication?

A simple beginning

Humility is listed among the qualities of knowledge and divine character, and it also appears in disciplined speech. It is not self-erasure; it changes how truth is pursued and expressed.

Three places to read

  1. 1
    BG 13.8

    Begins the qualities of knowledge with freedom from pride and pretence.

  2. 2
    BG 16.1–3

    Places humility among a broad set of divine qualities.

  3. 3
    BG 17.15

    Defines discipline of speech through truth, benefit and non-agitation.

Try it

Rewrite one corrective statement so it remains true, useful, non-agitating and specific.

Explain it

Explain the difference between humility and making oneself falsely small.

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A simple learning rhythm

Do more than reread

  1. 1ReadTake in one small piece.
  2. 2RememberClose it and bring it back.
  3. 3UseConnect it to a real choice.
  4. 4ExplainSay it clearly in your own words.