The Goad of Love

The Goad of Love is a spiritual classic written by Walter Hilton, a 14th-century English mystic. The book is a guide to the spiritual journey towards union with God, and it is written in a style that is accessible to both the layperson and the religious scholar.Hilton draws on the teachings of the Bible, the Church Fathers, and the writings of other mystics to provide a comprehensive and practical guide to the spiritual life. He emphasizes the importance of love as the driving force behind the spiritual journey, and he provides practical advice on how to cultivate this love through prayer, meditation, and other spiritual practices.The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the nature of love and the importance of detachment from worldly desires. The second part provides guidance on how to cultivate love through prayer and meditation, and the third part offers practical advice on how to live a life of love in the world.Throughout the book, Hilton emphasizes the importance of humility, simplicity, and obedience to God's will. He encourages readers to embrace the challenges and difficulties of the spiritual journey, and he provides practical advice on how to overcome obstacles and maintain a deep and abiding love for God.Overall, The Goad of Love is a timeless classic that offers practical guidance and inspiration for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual life and draw closer to God.Much like Thomas A Kempis' �������Imitation of Christ������� this book reveals the mystic way toward right living, loving, and yearning for God.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.