Egidio Viganò – “The Salesian according to Don Bosco’s dream of the diamonds” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

Celebrating the centenary of Don Bosco’s charisma in Spain, this abstract reflects on the journey of Salesian pioneers who established a vibrant community in Andalusia in 1881. Today, with over 3,200 members and a diverse network of supporters, the Salesians in Spain embody Don Bosco’s visionary spirit. As we honor this milestone, we also anticipate the centenary of Don Bosco’s prophetic dream, inspiring us to embrace the Salesian ethos and face future challenges with courage and dedication.

Contents:

• The Salesian according to Don Bosco’s dream of the dream of the ten diamonds.
• Introduccion.
• “The model of the true Salesian”.
• Importance given to the dream by Don Bosco.
• • Importance of the dream in our Salesian traditions.
  • Don Rinaldi the most enlightened interpreter.

• Our specific spirituality: the august personage: front and back.
  • The visible image of the Salesian: visible characteristics; basic elements; Christ the fountainhead.
  • The supporting spiritual framework: obedience is central; practical poverty; demends of chastity; the guerdon of heaven.
  • Distinctive Salesian spirituality.
  • Destruction of Salesian identity: the Salesian image debased; collapse of the supporting spiritual structure.
• Appeal for formation and vocations for the future.

Reference time period: 1981

Reference institution:
Direzione Generale SDB