Thomas Keating's definition of Lectio Divina is this:

Lectio Divina is Reading or more exactly, listening to the book we believe to be divinely inspired. In this way we hear the word of God in the scriptures. It is the most ancient method of developing friendship with Christ by using scripture texts as topics of conversation with him.

The four stages, moments or movements in Lectio Divina are otherwise known as the four R's

Lectio Divina
	Lectio - Reading
	Meditatio - Reflecting
	Oratio - Responding
	Contemplatio - Resting, Contemplation
How to do Lectio
1.	Choose a text of the Scriptures
2.	Place yourself in a comfortable position
3.	Turn to the text and read it slowly
(Read)
4.	Take a word or phrase into yourself. Memorise it, repeat it allow it to interact with your inner concerns. Do not be afraid of distractions. Ponder the words and be invited into a dialogue with God.
(Reflect)
5.	Speak to God. Use your own words to pray - prayer of the heart
(Respond)
6.	Finally simply rest in God's embrace
(Rest)