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Lectio divina is a Latin term meaning "divine reading." It refers to a traditional Christian practice of scriptural reading, meditation, and prayer aimed at fostering a closer relationship with God. The practice has its roots in the early Christian centuries and was later formalized by Benedictine monks as part of their monastic routine.

The process of lectio divina consists of four distinct steps: lectio (reading), meditatio (meditation), oratio (prayer),

Lectio divina is not an academic study but a spiritual exercise intended to deepen faith and personal

and
contemplatio
(contemplation).
During
lectio,
the
text
is
read
slowly
and
attentively
to
grasp
its
literal
meaning.
Meditatio
involves
reflecting
on
the
text's
deeper
significance
and
its
relevance
to
one's
life.
Oratio
is
a
response
to
the
text
through
prayer,
while
contemplatio
is
a
state
of
silent
openness
to
God's
presence,
allowing
for
spiritual
transformation.
relationship
with
the
divine.
It
has
been
practiced
by
various
Christian
traditions
and
has
seen
a
resurgence
in
modern
times
as
a
means
of
spiritual
growth
and
discernment.