Christian perfection and contemplation
Subtitle: according to St. Thomas Aquinas and St. John of the Cross
By: by the Rev. R. Garrigou-Lagrange ... translated by Sister M. Timothea Doyle ...
Contributors: Doyle, Timothea, sister, 1896- translator
Publisher: B. Herder Book Co.
Published: 1942
Place of publication: St. Louis, Mo; London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 470
Subjects: Mysticism; Perfection; Catholic Church
Work titles: Perfection chrétienne et contemplation
Description: The author dispels the common misconception that ascetical and mystical theology is for a select few. Basing his work on the teaching of St. Thomas Aquinas, St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila, he proves that Christian perfection consists especially in charity, and that infused contemplation of the mysteries of faith is in the normal way of sanctity.
Notes: Translation of: Perfection chrétienne et contemplation.

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