Saint Teresa was born in 1515, in an era of political, social and religious upheaval.
Despite these circumstances and her ill health, she forge ahead and established convents throughout Spain and even wrote about her prayer experiences.
Some of these books, include 'The Book of Her Life', 'The Way of Perfection' and 'Interior Castle'. Until today, her writings remain relevant; her spiritual insights distilled in captivating imagery and her observations of life, aptly described.
She writes, 'everything tires, everything wearies, everything torments. If it is not with God or for God, there is no rest that doesn't weary it.' [From The Book of Her Life, Chapter 26]
By Living Her Life, Guided by #Divine #Wisdom, a Life in #Communion with God, She Has Lived Her Life to the Full. Saint Teresa of Jesus, Pray for Us.
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