Publisher's Synopsis
The Way of Perfection is a spiritual classic written by F. Benedict Zimmerman, a Benedictine monk. The book is a guide to Christian perfection and is based on the teachings of St. Teresa of Avila, a Spanish mystic and Carmelite nun. The book is divided into three parts, each dealing with a different aspect of the spiritual life. The first part focuses on the importance of prayer and the need for a deep and intimate relationship with God. The second part deals with the virtues that are necessary for spiritual growth, such as humility, detachment, and obedience. The third part focuses on the challenges that arise on the path to perfection and offers practical advice for overcoming them. Throughout the book, Zimmerman emphasizes the importance of living a life of prayer and contemplation, and encourages readers to cultivate a deep and abiding love for God. The Way of Perfection is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and guide readers on their spiritual journey.This work was translated from the autograph of Saint Teresa of Jesus by a Benedictine of Stanbrook with annotation of the variants from the Escorial and Valladolid versions. In this book, St. Teresa first recommends the practice of prayer and meditation which give a taste of that sweetness reserved by God for those who fear Him, rendering them prompt and ready for all the works of virtue.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.
