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The Interior Castle

By: St Teresa of Ávila
Narrated by: Lucy Scott
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In The Interior Castle, Carmelite nun, mystic, and patron saint of Spain Teresa of Ávila uses the metaphor of a giant crystal castle to explain her theory of the soul and the various stages it passes through as it progresses towards God. Beginning in the outer rooms, where demons are fought and vices are purged, the soul must reach the inner chambers, where it will enter betrothal and intimate union with God. Prayer is central to the journey, as the soul is guided by its practice and each phase represents a different category of devotion. Originally written as counsel for the sisters in her convent, The Interior Castle is a poignant and poetic reflection on prayer, humility, and self- knowledge, and the path towards a deeper communion with God.

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The work is worthy of deep consideration. The subject matter was delightful and uplifting. The explanations of Soul and Spirit were well thought out.

beautifully read

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An exquisite liturgical work that has rightly survived the ages. A gem for the generations and an antithesis to gnostic teachings in the church.

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