<b>Christian Spirituality of Justice for the Poor in Vincentian Spirituality</b>

This paper explores the intrinsic link between justice and spirituality within Christian thought, in which justice is an essential and nonnegotiable element of Christian spiritual life. Emphasizing the Christian mandate to act justly on behalf of the poor, as illustrated in Luke 4:18, the paper underscores the importance of integrating justice into genuine worship and spiritual contemplation. It provides an overview of Christian spirituality, highlighting the critical role of justice for the poor. Additionally, it examines Saint Vincent de Paul’s view of the poor as the image of Christ and presents Vincentian spirituality as a model of promoting justice for the impoverished. The paper demonstrates how justice is foundational to Christian spirituality and offers practical examples of living out this commitment through Vincentian principles.