Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Saint John of the Cross: Mystical Doctor is a book written by The Sisters of Notre Dame, which tells the story of the life of Saint John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and Doctor of the Church. The book covers his early life as a Carmelite friar, his imprisonment and torture by his own order for his reform efforts, and his eventual canonization as a saint. The Sisters of Notre Dame delve into the mystical teachings of Saint John of the Cross, exploring his deep spiritual insights and his contribution to the development of Christian mysticism. They examine his most famous work, The Dark Night of the Soul, which describes the journey of the soul towards union with God, and offer their own reflections on his teachings.The book also provides a historical context for Saint John of the Cross's life, describing the turbulent political and religious landscape of 16th century Spain. It highlights the role of the Carmelite order in this period and the challenges they faced as they tried to maintain their spiritual traditions in a changing world.Overall, The Life of Saint John of the Cross: Mystical Doctor is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and teachings of one of the most important figures in Christian mysticism. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian spirituality and the insights of the great mystics of the past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
