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Saint Teresa Of Avila

- A Biography

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Saint Teresa of Avila: A Biography is a book written by William Thomas Walsh that provides a comprehensive account of the life of Saint Teresa of Avila. The book is divided into ten chapters that cover different aspects of her life, from her childhood in Avila, Spain, to her mystical experiences and spiritual writings.The book begins with a brief introduction to the historical context of Saint Teresa's life, including the religious and political climate of sixteenth-century Spain. It then delves into her family background and early life, including her education and the influence of her mother and father on her spiritual development.The following chapters cover Saint Teresa's entry into the Carmelite order, her struggles with illness and spiritual doubts, and her eventual mystical experiences, including her visions of Christ and encounters with angels. The book also explores her relationships with other religious figures of her time, including Saint John of the Cross and Saint Peter of Alcantara.Throughout the book, Walsh provides historical context and analysis of Saint Teresa's writings, including her autobiography and her numerous letters and poems. He also examines the impact of her teachings on the Catholic Church and on later spiritual movements, including the Counter-Reformation and the development of the Discalced Carmelites.Overall, Saint Teresa of Avila: A Biography is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life of one of the most important figures in Catholic mysticism. It provides valuable insights into Saint Teresa's spiritual journey and the historical context in which she lived, making it a valuable resource for scholars and general readers alike.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781432560805
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 616
  • Udgivet:
  • 1. marts 2007
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x35 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 889 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 7. december 2024

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Saint Teresa of Avila: A Biography is a book written by William Thomas Walsh that provides a comprehensive account of the life of Saint Teresa of Avila. The book is divided into ten chapters that cover different aspects of her life, from her childhood in Avila, Spain, to her mystical experiences and spiritual writings.The book begins with a brief introduction to the historical context of Saint Teresa's life, including the religious and political climate of sixteenth-century Spain. It then delves into her family background and early life, including her education and the influence of her mother and father on her spiritual development.The following chapters cover Saint Teresa's entry into the Carmelite order, her struggles with illness and spiritual doubts, and her eventual mystical experiences, including her visions of Christ and encounters with angels. The book also explores her relationships with other religious figures of her time, including Saint John of the Cross and Saint Peter of Alcantara.Throughout the book, Walsh provides historical context and analysis of Saint Teresa's writings, including her autobiography and her numerous letters and poems. He also examines the impact of her teachings on the Catholic Church and on later spiritual movements, including the Counter-Reformation and the development of the Discalced Carmelites.Overall, Saint Teresa of Avila: A Biography is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life of one of the most important figures in Catholic mysticism. It provides valuable insights into Saint Teresa's spiritual journey and the historical context in which she lived, making it a valuable resource for scholars and general readers alike.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.

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