A life hidden from the world is understood simply as the pursuit of Christian perfection without any outward signs.
We imitate JESUS, our LORD and Bridegroom,
in the mystery of His HIDDEN LIFE,
which He practiced for 30 years in Nazareth
and which He continues to practice
by His hidden presence in the Church today - hidden
in the sacraments, especially in the Eucharist,
and in each of our neighbors...
"... to place in the world souls dedicated to God and filled with the spirit
of the religious life who will set an example of Chrisitan perfection, support the faith and piety, and strive to the best of their ability
for the conversion of hearts and for the restoration in our country
of the zeal typical of the first Christians."