The Ascent of Mount Carmel (Great Christian Mystical Writings; Vol 1)

ISBN: 054810610X

Author: St John of the Cross, John Of the Cross

Condition: New

The Ascent of Mount Carmel is a spiritual classic written by St. John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and Carmelite friar who lived in the 16th century. The book is a treatise on the nature of the soul's journey towards union with God, and it outlines a path of spiritual purification and contemplation that leads to a profound experience of divine love. The book is divided into three parts. The first part describes the process of detachment from worldly things and the purification of the senses that is necessary for spiritual growth. The second part outlines the practice of contemplative prayer, which involves the gradual emptying of the mind and the surrender of the will to God. The third part describes the final stage of the spiritual journey, which is characterized by a profound union with God that transcends all human understanding.Throughout the book, St. John of the Cross draws on his own experiences of spiritual transformation and his deep knowledge of the Christian tradition. He emphasizes the importance of humility, detachment, and surrender in the spiritual life, and he offers practical advice on how to cultivate these virtues. The Ascent of Mount Carmel is a challenging but rewarding read, and it has been a source of inspiration for countless spiritual seekers over the centuries. It is a timeless classic that offers a profound vision of the human soul's journey towards God.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.