The Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Explore the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit - Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord. These divine gifts strengthen us for the Christian life and are perfected through the sacrament of Confirmation.
The Seven Gifts
Empowered by theHoly Spirit
When the Holy Spirit descends upon us in Baptism and Confirmation, he brings gifts that transform our natural abilities and enable us to live as true disciples of Christ. These seven gifts, rooted in the prophecy of Isaiah, have been recognised by the Church from her earliest days as essential equipment for the Christian life.
The gifts of Wisdom, Understanding, and Knowledge perfect our intellect, enabling us to grasp divine truth and see reality as God sees it. Counsel and Fortitude strengthen our will, helping us to choose rightly and persevere in difficulty. Piety and Fear of the Lord order our relationship with God, filling us with reverence and filial love for our heavenly Father.
In these pages, you will find clear explanations of each gift: what it is, how it works in our lives, and how we can cooperate with the Spirit to let these gifts flourish. Whether you are preparing for Confirmation or seeking to deepen your spiritual life, these resources will guide you.
At a Glance
Gifts of the Intellect
Wisdom, Understanding, and Knowledge - how the Spirit enlightens our minds to know God and his ways.
Gifts of the Will
Counsel and Fortitude - how the Spirit strengthens us to choose good and persevere in trials.
Gifts of Relationship
Piety and Fear of the Lord - how the Spirit shapes our love and reverence for God.
“The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and fear of the Lord.”
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Isaiah 11:2
Open to the Spirit
The gifts of the Holy Spirit are already present in every baptised Christian. Through prayer, the sacraments, and cooperation with grace, we can allow these gifts to bear abundant fruit in our lives.