The Complete Works Of St. John Of The Cross, Doctor Of The Church V1

The Complete Works of St. John of the Cross, Doctor of the Church Volume 1 is a comprehensive collection of the writings of the Spanish mystic and poet, St. John of the Cross. This volume includes a General Introduction, Ascent of Mount Carmel, and Dark Night of the Soul. The General Introduction provides an overview of St. John's life and work, as well as an introduction to the spiritual principles that underlie his writings. Ascent of Mount Carmel is a treatise on the nature of the spiritual journey and the process of purification that is necessary for the soul to reach union with God. Dark Night of the Soul is a poetic exploration of the soul's journey through the darkness of spiritual desolation and the eventual emergence into the light of divine union. This volume is an essential resource for anyone interested in the writings of St. John of the Cross and the Christian mystical tradition.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.