The AA Four Absolutes Verse Card features the four guiding principles that influenced early Alcoholics Anonymous: Absolute Honesty, Absolute Purity, Absolute Unselfishness, and Absolute Love. These ideas were originally emphasized within the Oxford Group movement, which played a role in shaping the spiritual foundation of early AA.
Many members of Alcoholics Anonymous continue to reference the Four Absolutes as a helpful way to examine personal behavior and spiritual growth. While they are not officially part of the Twelve Steps, the principles reflect many of the same values found throughout the AA program.
Features of the AA Four Absolutes Verse Card
- Laminated for durability and long-term use
- Features the Four Absolutes: honesty, purity, unselfishness, and love
- Compact wallet-sized recovery reminder
- Helpful tool for personal reflection and spiritual growth
- Popular historical concept connected to early AA recovery
Why the Four Absolutes Matter in Recovery
The Four Absolutes provide a simple framework for self-examination and spiritual awareness. By reflecting on honesty, purity, unselfishness, and love, many individuals in recovery find guidance for making healthier choices and improving their relationships with others.
This laminated verse card offers a convenient way to keep these principles close at hand. Whether carried in a wallet, kept in a recovery book, or shared with newcomers, it serves as a reminder of the spiritual ideas that influenced the development of the recovery movement.
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