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Prophetic Mysticism of John of the Cross (Collected Works) (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. The Dark Night of the Soul, The Spiritual Canticle, Ascent of Mount CarmelBy John ofthe Cross

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Prophetic Mysticism of John of the Cross (Collected Works) gathers the major writings in which the Carmelite master articulates the soul's arduous passage toward union with God. Through the symbolic language of night, flame, wound, and beloved, these texts join biblical exegesis, scholastic precision, and lyric intensity. Situated within the Spanish Golden Age and the Catholic Reformation, the work is both contemplative theology and poetic drama, offering a radical account of purification, desire, and divine transformation. John of the Cross (1542–1591), reformer of the Carmelite order alongside Teresa of Ávila, wrote from within a life marked by austerity, ecclesial conflict, imprisonment, and profound contemplative discipline. His experience of suffering and spiritual deprivation gave lasting authority to his doctrine of the "dark night," not as despair, but as the hidden pedagogy by which God frees the soul from illusion and self-possession. This volume is recommended for readers of theology, poetry, spirituality, and intellectual history. It rewards slow, attentive reading, especially by those seeking a rigorous language for mystical experience beyond sentimentality. John's vision remains demanding, luminous, and startlingly modern. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.