Publisher's Synopsis
The Living Flame of Love is a collection of letters, poems, and minor writings by St. John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and poet who lived in the 16th century. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which contains the titular poem, The Living Flame of Love. This poem is considered one of St. John's greatest works and is a meditation on the soul's journey towards union with God.The second part of the book contains a collection of St. John's letters, poems, and other writings. These writings cover a variety of topics, including spiritual guidance, the nature of God, and the practice of contemplative prayer. Throughout the book, St. John emphasizes the importance of detachment from worldly things and the need for the soul to be purified in order to achieve union with God.Overall, The Living Flame of Love is a powerful and inspiring work that offers insight into the spiritual journey of a great mystic and poet. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christian mysticism or seeking guidance on their own spiritual path.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.
