Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus is a religious book that tells the story of the life of St. Teresa, a Spanish nun who lived in the 16th century. St. Teresa was a member of the Order of Our Lady of Carmel, a Catholic religious order that follows the rule of St. Albert of Jerusalem. The book is written by St. Teresa herself, and it provides a detailed account of her life, including her spiritual journey, her religious experiences, and her struggles with illness and persecution.St. Teresa was born in Avila, Spain, in 1515, and she entered the Carmelite order at the age of 20. She became known for her mystical experiences and her writings on prayer and contemplation. She founded several convents throughout Spain and was eventually canonized by the Catholic Church in 1622.The Life of St. Teresa is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of her life. The book begins with St. Teresa's childhood and her early experiences of prayer and devotion. It then moves on to her time in the Carmelite order, including her struggles with illness and her spiritual awakening.The book also includes descriptions of St. Teresa's visions and mystical experiences, including her encounters with angels and her conversations with God. These experiences are presented in vivid detail, and they offer a glimpse into the spiritual world that St. Teresa inhabited.Overall, The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus is a powerful testament to the life and faith of one of the most important figures in Catholic history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, as well as for those seeking spiritual guidance and inspiration.1932. This work is a translation of St. Teresa's autobiographical account of her life, which has been compared with the original autograph text and reedited with additional notes and introduction by Benedict Zimmerman. St. Teresa was commanded and left at liberty to describe at length her way of prayer, and the workings of the grace of our Lord within her. She wished at the same time to be allowed to speak distinctly and in detail of her grievous sins and wicked life, but it was not so willed.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.
