Publisher's Synopsis
""St. John of the Cross and the Attractiveness of His Teaching"" by E. Allison Peers is a book that delves into the life and teachings of the Spanish mystic and poet, St. John of the Cross. The book explores the significance of St. John's writings, particularly his poems and treatises, in the context of Christian spirituality and mysticism. Peers provides a comprehensive overview of St. John's life, from his early years as a Carmelite friar to his later experiences as a prisoner and reformer. The book also discusses St. John's relationship with his mentor, St. Teresa of Avila, and the impact of their collaboration on the development of Carmelite spirituality. The main focus of the book, however, is on St. John's teachings, which Peers argues are both profound and accessible to modern readers. Peers examines St. John's ideas on the nature of God, the soul, and the spiritual journey, and explains how these concepts can be applied to contemporary spiritual practice. Overall, ""St. John of the Cross and the Attractiveness of His Teaching"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian mysticism and spirituality. It offers a detailed and insightful analysis of St. John's writings, and demonstrates why his teachings continue to be relevant and inspiring to readers today.THIS 16 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Spirit of Flame A Study of St. John of the Cross, by E. Allison Peers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766129721.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.
