Stock photo: cover may vary
The Interior Castle Papeback -
by Teresa Of Avila; Introduction by Mirabai Starr
- New
In the 16th century, St. Teresa of Avila used a castle with seven chambers as a metaphor for a person's spiritual development. Free of religious dogma, this modern translation by Mirabai Starr renders St. Teresa's work a beautiful and practical set of teachings for seekers of all faiths in need of spiritual guidance. It also places this classic in a contemporary context, reasserting its importance even after more than 400 years.Penguin Group
A$34.34
A$5.86
Delivery within USA
Standard delivery: 9 to 14 days
More delivery options
Standard delivery: 9 to 14 days
Ships from Cold Books (New York, United States)
Details
- Title The Interior Castle
- Author Teresa Of Avila; Introduction by Mirabai Starr
- Binding Papeback
- Edition Reprint
- Condition New
- Pages 320
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Books , New York, NY
- Publication date pp. 320
- Bookseller's Inventory # 61254247
- ISBN 9781594480058 / 1594480052
- Weight 0.55 lbs (0.25 kg)
- Dimensions 7.48 x 5.16 x 0.85 in (19.00 x 13.11 x 2.16 cm)
- Age range 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
-
Themes
- Chronological Period: 16th Century
- Religious Orientation: Catholic
- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Theometrics: Classic
- Category Religion - Catholicism
- Library of Congress subjects Spiritual life - Catholic Church
- Dewey Decimal Code 271
- Quantity available 3
About Cold Books New York, United States
Summary
The acclaimed modern translation of St. Teresa of Avila's classic book on spiritual awareness and guidance
Celebrated for almost five centuries as a master of spiritual literature, 16th-century saint Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved religious figures in history. Overcome one day by a mystical vision of a crystal castle with seven chambers, each representing a different stage in spiritual development, Teresa immediately wrote The Interior Castle. Probably her most important and widely studied work, it guides the spiritual seeker through each stage of development until the soul's final union with the divine. Free of religious dogma, this modern translation renders St. Teresa's work a beautiful and practical set of teachings for seekers of all faiths in need of spiritual guidance. It also places this classic book on spirituality —"a gem of mystical literature made accessible and relevant to the modern spiritual seeker" –Sharon Salzberg—in a contemporary context, reasserting its literary importance even after more than 400 years.
Celebrated for almost five centuries as a master of spiritual literature, 16th-century saint Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved religious figures in history. Overcome one day by a mystical vision of a crystal castle with seven chambers, each representing a different stage in spiritual development, Teresa immediately wrote The Interior Castle. Probably her most important and widely studied work, it guides the spiritual seeker through each stage of development until the soul's final union with the divine. Free of religious dogma, this modern translation renders St. Teresa's work a beautiful and practical set of teachings for seekers of all faiths in need of spiritual guidance. It also places this classic book on spirituality —"a gem of mystical literature made accessible and relevant to the modern spiritual seeker" –Sharon Salzberg—in a contemporary context, reasserting its literary importance even after more than 400 years.
Reader reviews for The Interior Castle
Write a review for this book
Important Terms and Guidelines
- Please focus on the book’s content and context. Also, add any personal comments as to how you enjoyed the book. Substantiate your likes and dislikes. You may make comparisons to other books.
- Reviews must be at least 140 characters in length.
- Please do not reveal critical plot elements.
- This is not a help line. Contact customer support if you need help.
Your review must not include:
- Obscenities, discriminatory language, or other insulting language not suitable for public domain
- Advertisements, “spam” content, or references to other products, offers or websites.
- Email addresses, URLs, phone numbers, physical addresses or other contact information.
- Overly critical comments about other reviews or reviewers
- Time-sensitive material (i.e. promotional tours, seminars, lectures, etc.)
- Availability, price, or alternative ordering/shipping information
From the publisher
First line
Today while I was beseeching the Beloved to speak through me (since I couldn't think of anything to say and had no idea how to begin to fulfill this particular vow of obedience), I had a vision that I will share with you now as a foundation we can build on.
