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by: Teresa of Avila
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 248
EAN: 9780960087624
ISBN: 0960087621
Label: Ics Pubns
Manufacturer: Ics Pubns
Number Of Pages: 517
Publication Date: 1976-07
Publisher: Ics Pubns
Sales Rank: 491348
Studio: Ics Pubns
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Rating: - Great writings in one volume
St. Teresa of Avila is a great writer of the spiritual life, especially regardingg prayer and striving for mystical union. I liked that the book conatins a few of her writings in one book, especially when you want to cross-reference when you read and study her works.
Rating: - Spare the time
Spirituality development and growth can be difficult in these modern times. St Teresa's life and spiritual journey can easily be taken in small doses and applied daily. Her mystical visions can be understood personaly - a rare treat.
Rating: - Keeping prayer active through various stages of life
Teresa of Avila has three popular books in print that continue to aid the spiritual development, which is impressive, considering she lived during the 1500s. A Christian mystic, the knowledge that she imparted in her writings was esteemed so highly, that she was the first woman to receive the title of "doctor," by the Catholic Church. Religious and political leaders sought her advice. Her ideas revolutionized religious life, particularly with the emphasis on equality of all members of the order, ... Read More
Rating: - defies description
St. Teresa of Avila, who lived in sixteenth century Spain, was a woman as complex as those turbulent times; yet also, she was simple, as only the greatest saints can be.
Her writings are discursive, immediately engaging, written in a warm and sometimes disjointed style, like conversation. If you have read "about" Teresa but put off reading the works of the saint herself, feeling it might be too formidable a task, have no fear. She speaks of the highest mystical experiences in terms ... Read More
Rating: - Spiritual testimonies: First woman doctor of the Church
Teresa de Ahumada born in Spain on March 28, 1515, died October 4, 1582 at the age of 67.
A woman of warmth, generosity and spiritual awareness. As a young child Teresa was made aware of God's presence and throughout her lifetime made it her mission to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to as many as she encountered.
She journeyed throughout Spain and laid many Foundations to do God's work. St. John of the Cross was one of her spiritual directors as she went forth ... Read More
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