num_pages: 350
description: Franciscan Michael Freze has put together an introductory primer for those interested in the study of mystical theology. He brings together the teachings of the Magisterium, Sacred Scripture, Doctors of the Church, and writings of the saints from the beginning of Christendom to the present era. Included in this work are: a lengthy discourse on the meaning of suffering, a brief history of Mariology, numerous extraordinary mystical gifts, biographies of twenty-five stigmatists, a comprehensive glossary, dozens of rare photographs and a two-part indexing system.
language: English
title: They Bore the Wounds of Christ: The Mystery of the Sacred Stigmata
titlecomplete: They Bore the Wounds of Christ: The Mystery of the Sacred Stigmata
genres: Theology, Religion, Catholic
ratings_count: 9
publisher: Our Sunday Visitor