Saint Teresa Of Avila: The Passionate Mystic (contemplations & Living Wisdom) [Paperback]

The important thing is not to think much, but to love much, and so to do whatever best awakens us to love. St. Teresa of Avila

Journey to the 16th century to discover the fiery passion of Saint Teresa of Avila, one of Christianity's most inspiring saints. A tireless reformer and the mentor of Saint John of the Cross, Teresa's greatest legacy is her revelation of ecstatic love for Goda love so powerful that it pierces the heart like a burning sword.

Through illness, hardship, and persecution by the Inquisition, this courageous mystic lit the way with her unquenchable spirit to an interior castle, a place of unimaginable beauty and light where no darkness can touch us.Saint Teresa of Avilagives you a direct link to the living presence of this brave and gentle woman, to draw upon her strength in your own times of need.

Mirabai Starr
Mirabai Starrteaches philosophy and world religions at the University of New Mexico, and is the author of new translations ofDark Night of the Soulby John of the Cross andThe Interior CastleandThe Book of My Lifeby Teresa of Avila. She lives in Taos.

Caroline Myss
Caroline Myssis the author of fiveNew York Timesbestsellers, includingAnatomy of the Spirit, Sacred Contracts,andWhy People Don't Heal and How They Can.A leading voice in the field of energy medicine and human consciousness, she holds degrees in journalism, theology, intuition, and energy medicine. She has appeared on two highly successful public television programs, and onThe Oprah Show.For more, visitmyss.com.

The important thing is not to think much, but to love much, and so to do whatever best awakens us to love. Teresa of Avila

As I read this magnificent book, I felt the familiar grace of Teresa of Avila sparkling all around me. Caroline Myss