The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus
St. Teresa of Ávila’s The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus is one of the most influential spiritual autobiographies in Western history. Written in 1565 under obedience to her confessors, … Read more and download PDF
Christian mysticism
The practice of the presence of god by Brother Lawrence
The practice of the presence of god by Brother Lawrence—born Nicolas Herman (c. 1614–1691)—was a Carmelite lay brother in Paris. His little collection of letters and conversations became one of … Read more and download PDF
The Spiritual Exercises by Ignatius of Loyola
The Spiritual Exercises by Ignatius of Loyola is one of the most influential devotional texts in Christian history. Written in the 16th century by the founder of the Society of … Read more and download PDF
The Cloud of Unknowing
The Cloud of Unknowing is a landmark of medieval Christian mysticism, written in Middle English by an anonymous author in the late 14th century. The work offers guidance to those … Read more and download PDF
The Way of Peace
The Way of Peace (1907) is one of James Allen’s most profound works, condensing his philosophy of inner transformation into a concise yet powerful guide. Known primarily for As a … Read more and download PDF
Practical Mysticism by Evelyn Underhill
Practical Mysticism by Evelyn Underhill. Evelyn Underhill was an English writer and pacifist known for her many works on religion and spiritual practice, in particular Christian mysticism. She was one … Read more and download PDF