The Character Of St. John Of The Cross

The Character of St. John of the Cross by E. Allison Peers is a comprehensive study of the life and personality of St. John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and poet who lived in the 16th century. The book examines the major events of his life, including his early years as a Carmelite friar, his imprisonment and torture by his own order, and his eventual canonization as a saint.Peers also explores the spiritual and philosophical ideas that shaped St. John's life and work, including his belief in the importance of contemplation and his emphasis on the need for detachment from worldly possessions and desires. The book provides a detailed analysis of St. John's major works, including his poetry and his influential treatise, The Dark Night of the Soul.Throughout the book, Peers draws on a wide range of sources, including St. John's own writings, historical records, and the accounts of his contemporaries. He also provides a detailed bibliography for readers interested in further exploring the life and work of this important figure in Christian history.Overall, The Character of St. John of the Cross is a rich and engaging portrait of a complex and fascinating figure, and an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian mysticism and spirituality.THIS 24 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.

Author: E. Allison Peers
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d
ISBN: 9781425359270

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