Ascent of Mount Carmel

St. John of the Cross, .

ISBN 10: 1684220351 / ISBN 13: 9781684220359

Published by Martino Fine Books, 2016

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Synopsis:

2016 Reprint of 1945 Edition.  Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software.  “Ascent of Mount Carmel” is a 16th-century spiritual treatise by Spanish Catholic mystic and poet Saint John of the Cross. The book is a systematic treatment of the ascetical life in pursuit of mystical union with Christ, giving advice and reporting on his own experience.  It is regarded as some of the greatest works both in Christian mysticism and in the Spanish language.  Written between 1578 and 1579 in Granada, Spain, after his escape from prison, the Ascent is illustrated by a diagram of the process outlined in the text of the Soul's progress to the summit of the metaphorical Mount Carmel where God is encountered. The work is divided into three sections and is set out as a commentary on four poetic stanzas by John on the subject of the Dark Night. John shows how the Soul sets out to leave all worldly ties and appetites behind to achieve "nothing less than transformation in God".

Review: An essential introduction to one of Christianity's greatest luminaries. For spiritual seekers of all faiths, "Ascent of Mount Carmel" provides a classic roadmap for the mystical journey. CMN Trade Journal November 2002 . . .a beautiful text . . . Publishers Weekly August 2002

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ascent of Mount Carmel
Publisher: Martino Fine Books
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good