This document provides an overview and summary of key points from Chapter 7 of The Gospel According to Spiritism titled "Blessed are the Poor in Spirit". It begins by exploring the meaning of being "poor in spirit" and defines it as being humble, modest, and not prideful. It discusses how those who exalt themselves will be degraded while mysteries are hidden from the learned and prideful but revealed to those like children who are humble. The document contrasts pride and humility, advising that God will grant the kingdom of heaven to the humble. It describes the intelligent person's mission on Earth is to use their gifts to benefit others, not for pride. It concludes by providing information on the volunteer event "Make a Difference

1. BLESSED ARE THE
POOR IN SPIRIT
Claudia Nunes
October 2013

2. THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO
SPIRITISM
Chapter 1. - I HAVE NOT COME TO DESTROY THE LAW 23
Chapter 2. - MY KINGDOM IS NOT OF THIS WORD 31
Chapter 3. - IN MY FATHER‟S HOUSE ARE MANY MANSIONS 37
Chapter 4. - EXCEPT A MAN BE BORN AGAIN HE CANNOT SEE THE KINGDOM OF
HEAVEN 45
Chapter 5. - BLESSED ARE THE AFFLICTED 55
Chapter 6. - CHRIST THE CONSOLER 77
Chapter 7. - BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT 81
Chapter 8. - BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART 91
Chapter 9. - BLESSED ARE THE MEEK AND THE PEACEMAKERS 99
Chapter 10. - BLESSED ARE THE MERCIFUL 105

3. OUTLOOK OF TODAY‟S TOPIC
What should be understood by the words „poor in
spirit‟?
He who exalts himself shall be debased
Mysteries that are hidden from the learned and
prudent
Pride and humility
Mission of the intelligent person on Earth
Make a Difference Day

4. WHAT SHOULD BE
UNDERSTOOD BY
THE WORDS „POOR
IN SPIRIT‟?

5. Blessed are the poor in spirit:
for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven
(Matthew, 5: 3)

6. WHAT DOES POOR IN SPIRIT
MEAN
Poor in Spirit means being Humble
1. Marked by meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or
prideful.
2. Showing deferential or submissive respect: a humble apology.
3. Low in rank, quality, or station; unpretentious or lowly: a humble cottage.
http://www.thefreedictionary.com/humble
Remember: The riches in heaven are not the same as on Earth
Do you admit the existence of an invisible world?
Do you admit the existence of a higher power?

8. HE WHO EXALTS
HIMSELF SHALL BE
DEBASED

9. At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus,
saying, Who is the greatest in the Kingdom of
Heaven? And Jesus called a little child unto
Him, and set him in the midst of them, and said,
Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted,
and become as little children, ye shall not enter
into the Kingdom of Heaven. Whosoever
therefore shall humble himself as this little child,
the same is greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven.
And who shall receive one such little child, in my
name, receiveth me
(Matthew 18:1-5)

10. HE WHO EXALTS HIMSELF
SHALL BE DEBASED
Debased = To lower in character, quality, or value; degrade. See Synonyms
at adulterate, corrupt, degrade. (http://www.thefreedictionary.com/debase)
Child = who holds no pretension to superiority or infallibility
He that humbles himself shall be exalted and he who exalts himself shall be
debased

12. MYSTERIES THAT
ARE HIDDEN FROM
THE LEARNED AND
PRUDENT

13. At that time Jesus answered and said: I thank
thee, O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth,
because thou hast hid these things from the
wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto
babes
(Matthew, 11: 25)

14. MYSTERIES THAT ARE
HIDDEN FROM THE
LEARNED AND PRUDENT
Learned and Prudent – People that have preconceived ideas…
Babies – Eager to learn, humble, attentive
Same applies today with the great truth revealed by Spiritism
The power of God manifests itself in all things, from the smallest to the
greatest.
God does not hide His light, … only those who are blind do not see.
God does not wish anyone‟s eyes to be opened by force
God listens kindly to those who direct themselves to Him with humility
All these correct choices and decisions show the maturity of the Spirit

16. PRIDE AND HUMILITY

18. PRIDE AND HUMILITY
Blessed be the Lord for the grace that He has granted us of being able to
help you improve…
Humility is a virtue much forgotten amongst you…
Pride is the terrible adversary of humility.
All men are equal on the divine scale of justice; only virtue marks the
distinction in the eyes of God.
All Spirits come from the same essence and all bodies are formed from the
same matter.
God will grant the Kingdom of Heaven to … who have confidence in Him
God will not abandon you.

19. PRIDE AND HUMILITY
Maintain yourself pure in the eyes of God if you do not want your Guardian
Angel to turn from you
Be indulgent with the faults of your brothers and sisters, pondering that you
are not exempt from guilt
…bow down your head before this trial.
Christ gave His doctrine to you, giving examples of all the virtues
“Let the voices of the Spirits echo in your hearts. Be generous and charitable
without ostentation, that is to say, do good with humility. Let each one, little
by little, begin to demolish the altars erected by everyone to their pride. In a
word, if you are a true Christian you will possess the kingdom of truth”

20. PRIDE AND HUMILITY
Do not continue to doubt the goodness of God when He is giving so many proofs of this fact.
We have come to prepare the way so that the prophesies may be fulfilled.
At some possible future time, when the Lord gives you a more resounding demonstration of His clemency, may His
celestial messenger find you gathered together in a great family.
It is hoped that by then, your hearts being gentle and mild, you will be worthy to hear the divine words He would offer.
May the Chosen One encounter only laurels in His path which have been laid there by your having returned to goodness,
charity and fraternity amongst men.
Then will your world become an earthly Paradise.
However, if you remain insensible to the voices of the Spirits who have been sent to purify and renew your civilized
society, which although rich in science, is so poor in noble sentiments, then sadly there will be nothing left for you but
tears and groans of unhappiness.
But that will not happen!
You will return to God the Father, and all of us who have contributed to the fulfilling of His wishes will join together in
singing a hymn of thanksgiving for His unbounding goodness, so as to glorify Him throughout all the coming ages. So be
it.
LACORDAIRE (Constantine, 1863)

21. MISSION OF THE
INTELLIGENT
PERSON ON EARTH

22. MISSION OF THE INTELLIGENT
PERSON ON EARTH
Never be prideful of what you know...
If God, within His designs, causes you to be born in an ambient where you could
develop this intelligence, then it was because He wished you to use it for the benefit
of everyone.
You have been given a mission by the fact of God having placed an instrument in
your hands, which can be used to develop the retarded intelligences around you,
and so conduct them to God.
Is not the nature of the instrument an indication as to the purpose it should be used
for?
Does not the hoe which the gardener gives to his assistant, show to what use it
should be put?
Then he will pass through many miserable existences full of humiliations, until he
finally bows down before Him to Whom he owes everything.

23. MISSION OF THE INTELLIGENT
PERSON ON EARTH
Never be prideful of what you know...
If God, within His designs, causes you to be born in an ambient where you could
develop this intelligence, then it was because He wished you to use it for the benefit
of everyone.
You have been given a mission by the fact of God having placed an instrument in
your hands, which can be used to develop the retarded intelligences around you,
and so conduct them to God.
Is not the nature of the instrument an indication as to the purpose it should be used
for?
Does not the hoe which the gardener gives to his assistant, show to what use it
should be put?
Then he will pass through many miserable existences full of humiliations, until he
finally bows down before Him to Whom he owes everything.

24. MISSION OF THE INTELLIGENT
PERSON ON EARTH
Intelligence holds great riches in future merits, provided it is well employed.
If all men and women who possessed it used it in conformity with God's
wishes, then it would be easy for the Spirits to perform their task of helping
humanity advance.
Mankind abuses intelligence as it does all the other faculties…
If all men and women who possessed it used it in conformity with God's
wishes, then it would be easy for the Spirits to perform their task of helping
humanity advance.
Unhappily, many have become instruments of pride and perdition against
themselves.
FERDINAND, a Protecting Spirit (Bordeaux, 1862).

25. MAKE A DIFFERENCE
DAY

26. MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
For more than 20 years, USA WEEKEND Magazine and Points of Light have joined together to sponsor
Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of community service. Millions of volunteers around the
world unite in a common mission to improve the lives of others.
University Of Miami Golden Key, Beach Clean-Up
This year, our chapter of Golden Key will be inviting all members and friends to join us for a beach cleanup on Saturday morning! Feeding The Homeless Through Camillus House, Inc.
Golden Key Florida International University Chapter will assist with the preparation and delivering of food
to homeless by Camillus House on October 26.
The Barnacle Historic State Park
Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome, and projects on Make a Difference Day will include
landscaping, exotic plant removal, coastal clean-up, and minor maintenance. Children may participate
with an accompanying adult.
Feeding The Homeless - A Global Event
Global Village Impact, Inc. and other nonprofit organizations will be feeding the homeless on a grand
scale on Saturday, October 26 Fruit trees in households
This project involves planting 4000 trees in Lauderhill homes.
Family Nursing Home Visit
This is a perfect event for families with children. It will only take about an hour, it's indoors, and the kids
can wear their Halloween costumes. For older kids, we offer service hours.
Haunted Nights At Flamingo Gardens