St. Teresa's Religious Life And Her Supernatural Gifts

By Henri Foly

Book Overview

St. Teresa's Religious Life And Her Supernatural Gifts is a book written by Henri Foly that provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of St. Teresa of Avila, a prominent Spanish mystic and Carmelite nun. The book delves into her religious life, including her spiritual journey, her founding of the Discalced Carmelite Order, and her writings on prayer and contemplation. Foly also explores St. Teresa's supernatural gifts, such as her visions, ecstasies, and mystical experiences. He examines her relationship with God and how her mystical encounters shaped her spiritual beliefs and practices. The book draws on a wide range of sources, including St. Teresa's own writings, historical documents, and accounts from her contemporaries. It provides a detailed and insightful portrait of one of the most important figures in Christian mysticism, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian spirituality.THIS 60 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Saint Teresa, by Henri Foly. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766143597.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425454763
• ISBN13: 9781425454760
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"