“A Woman Ironing,” (Detail), 1873, Edgar Degas. Image from a page of the 2013 Desk Calendar, courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Store
Humility…what’s in a word? This word came to mind in regard to the type of person who can be described as such:
honorable, respected, honest, strong, reserved, wise, contemplative, insightful, realistic, truthful, trustworthy…
What’s in this word for you? If you can tell me, please do.
“Before a downfall the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.” Proverbs 18:12
In many cases, humility can be misinterpreted as a sign of weakness or cowardice. I’ve never believed that. It takes a strong person in both will and character to humble himself before others. I believe that a humble person displays a quiet courage that can only truly be appreciated by those who share that same quality.
What’s in humility? For me it means to be clothed in honor.
Peace and love,
Felecia
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As I learn more and more about the elegant and miraculous creation of life, I am doubly more humbled before the Creator and His Creation.
Humility is a blessing; a growing awareness of Him.
Ah, Pamela, what a beautiful description of the gift of humility…thank you!
Love,
Felecia
From what I understand, humility can be described as submission of self. It is to never assume authority we do not have, or seek applause we do not deserve. It is not a weakness but a divine gift of strength that defines one’s character. Humility lifts others before it rises before others.
Very well stated and true. Thanks for commenting.
Peace,
Felecia
Humility to me represents a humbled reserve to knowledge without the need to sharing it.
Ah, very good description of humility in action…a very practical view…thanks Lew!
Peace and love,
Felecia
Humility often involves a high risk factor; in baring the soul we always feel most vulnerable. Humility is daring to unveil the soul for the sake of others to see the softest part of who we are. It also makes us feel unburdened to take away all that false clothing.
I appreciate what you’ve written here, Paula; very insightful. Thank you.
Peace,
Felecia