Life of St. John of the Cross of the Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

""Life of St. John of the Cross of the Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel: Born 1542, Died 1591"" is a biographical account of the Spanish mystic and poet, St. John of the Cross. Written by David Lewis and originally published in 1897, this book provides a detailed exploration of the life and teachings of one of the most important figures in the history of Christian spirituality. St. John of the Cross was a Carmelite friar who played a significant role in the development of the mystical tradition within the Catholic Church. He was a close collaborator of St. Teresa of Avila, and together they founded the Discalced Carmelites, a reform movement within the Carmelite Order that emphasized a return to the original ideals of poverty and simplicity. Lewis's biography examines St. John of the Cross's life from his early years as a student to his eventual canonization as a saint. The book covers his experiences as a Carmelite friar, his imprisonment and torture by his own order, and his eventual escape and return to prominence within the Church. Throughout the book, Lewis provides insights into St. John of the Cross's spiritual teachings, including his emphasis on the importance of detachment from worldly possessions and the pursuit of union with God. The biography also includes a selection of St. John of the Cross's poetry, which is considered some of the greatest mystical writing in the Spanish language. Overall, ""Life of St. John of the Cross of the Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel: Born 1542, Died 1591"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of the life and teachings of one of the most important figures in Christian history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian spirituality, the Carmelite Order, or the life and work of St. John of the Cross.""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.