navel gazing

A bearded man in ornate golden and red robes kneels, holding a heart with flames. Surrounded by books and religious texts, he appears to be in deep prayer or contemplation. A halo of light shines down on him, suggesting a divine presence. The text "SANCTVS BONAVENTURA" is visible at the top of the image."

Augustine was not saved through Navel Gazing

By John B. Manos | February 23, 2013

The unfortunate oversight of Matt McGuiness — Augustine did not say that navel gazing and staring into the abyss brings you to Jesus. Good friends praying for a miracle, like St. Monica or Kevin O’Brien, does bring salvation, though — even if you call us “moralists” and think we aren’t “realists”.

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