Publisher's Synopsis
The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most profound and enduring expressions of Catholic spirituality, centering on the immeasurable love and mercy of Christ. Rooted in Scripture and the early Church's contemplation of Christ's Passion, this devotion focuses on the heart as a symbol of Jesus' divine compassion and sacrificial love. Over the centuries, believers have been drawn to the image of the pierced heart-burning with love, encircled by thorns, and crowned with a cross-as a visual and theological reminder of Christ's boundless love for humanity.What began as a quiet meditation in the hearts of mystics evolved into a universal devotion embraced by the entire Catholic Church. From the early reflections of Church Fathers to the mystical visions of saints like St. Gertrude the Great and St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, the Sacred Heart became more than a symbol; it became a movement of reparation, intercession, and renewal. The story of this devotion weaves through history, theology, culture, and art-offering a rich testimony to the enduring love of Jesus and the longing of the faithful to respond with love in return.
