This classic of the interior life and Christian mysticism remains as fresh and inspiring today as it was 400 years ago. Written by a prominent sixteenth-century Spanish mystic and Carmelite nun, it forms a practical guide to prayer that embraces readers with its warmth and accessibility. St. Teresa of Avila's detailed directions on the achievement of spiritual perfection designate three essentials — fraternal love, detachment from material things, and true humility. She discusses a variety of maxims related to the practice of prayer and concludes with a thought-provoking commentary on the Lord's Prayer. A work of sublime mystical beauty, The Way of Perfection is above all a treatise of utter simplicity that offers lucid instruction to all seekers of a more meaningful way of life.

The Way of Perfection (Dover Thrift Editions: Religion)

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Ávila, St. Teresa of

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Interior Castle

Interior Castle, as the author states, "discusses the beauty and dignity of our souls; makes a comparison by the help of which this may be understood; describes the benefit which comes from understanding it and being aware of the favours which we receive from God; and shows how the door of this castle is prayer."

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Inspired by her vision of the soul as a diamond in the shape of a castle containing seven mansions, St. Teresa interpreted this vision as a journey of faith through seven stages, ending with union with God. The Interior Castle is widely considered to be one of the greatest works on spiritual development, and continues to attract new generations to the visions of St. Teresa of Avila.

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According to contemporary accounts, St. Teresa had a revelation from God of a crystal globe in the shape of a castle containing seven mansions. This is St. Teresa's interpretation of that vision, describing the journey of faith through seven stages, ending with union with God. --Sacred Texts

The Interior Castle

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St. Teresa's Own Words: Instructions On The Prayer Of Recollection

James Bishop Of Hexham & Newcastle, James

The Way of Perfection

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The Interior Castle or the Mansions of St. Teresa of Avila: New Study Guide Edition

Holy Water Books

The Interior Castle, or The Mansions, was written by St. Teresa of Ávila, the Spanish Discalced Carmelite nun and famed mystic, in 1577 as a guide for spiritual development through service and prayer. Inspired by her vision of the soul as a diamond in the shape of a castle containing seven mansions, she interpreted life as the journey of faith through seven stages, ending with union with God.

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