Publisher's Synopsis
The Complete Works of St. John of the Cross, Doctor of the Church, Volume 1 is a comprehensive collection of writings by St. John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and poet who lived in the 16th century. This particular edition is a large print version, making it easy to read for those with visual impairments or who prefer larger font sizes.The book is divided into three main sections: a general introduction, the Ascent of Mount Carmel, and the Dark Night of the Soul. The general introduction provides background information on St. John of the Cross, his life, and his writings. It also discusses the significance of his work and its impact on Christian spirituality.The Ascent of Mount Carmel is a spiritual guide that outlines the steps necessary for achieving union with God. St. John of the Cross describes the process of purifying the soul from worldly attachments and desires, and the importance of detachment from material possessions and pleasures. He also emphasizes the need for prayer and contemplation as a means of reaching spiritual enlightenment.The Dark Night of the Soul is a continuation of the Ascent of Mount Carmel, in which St. John of the Cross describes the stages of spiritual darkness that one must pass through in order to achieve union with God. He explains that these dark nights are necessary for purifying the soul and removing any remaining attachments to worldly things.Overall, The Complete Works of St. John of the Cross, Doctor of the Church, Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian spirituality and mysticism. St. John of the Cross's writings are considered some of the most profound and influential in the history of Christian mysticism, and this book provides a comprehensive overview of his work.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.
