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Poetry of St John of the Cross

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The Poetry of St John of the Cross by Saint John of the Cross is a profound collection of spiritual poems that offer deep insights into the human experience and the soul's relationship with God. The poems are both contemplative and introspective, urging the reader to reflect on their own spiritual journey and strive for closeness with the divine.

St John of the Cross's mastery of language and imagery is evident in each poem, as he weaves together themes of love, suffering, and redemption with grace and beauty. His words are both timeless and timely, offering solace and wisdom to readers of all backgrounds and beliefs.

One of the most striking aspects of this collection is the way in which St John of the Cross captures the ineffable nature of faith and the divine. His poems are like prayers, lifting the reader up to higher realms of understanding and connection with the sacred.

Overall, the Poetry of St John of the Cross is a powerful and moving work that speaks to the heart and soul of humanity. It is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to inspire, uplift, and transform those who are open to its message.

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The poems of St John of the Cross, with their mystic depth and spiritual ecstasy, stand among the world's great poems of Divine Love in all traditions. St John is one of the Roman Catholic Doctors of the Church, was a reformer of the Carmelite Order, and co-founder with St Teresa of Avila of the Discalced Carmelites. Teresa invited John to follow her, and in the protocols of the times, also became her Spiritual Director and Confessor. Many of their individual works could be considered the products of their mutual support and inspiration.


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