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Imagine it is 1579. Teresa of Avila and several nuns are travelling to a remote convent in Spain. When the sisters are attempting to cross a raging river in their donkey cart all the supplies for their long trip are washed away. Teresa seeks refuge under a tree and snaps 'If this is how God treats his friends it's no wonder he has so few.' Celebrated for more than four centuries as a master of mystical writing, St. Teresa of Avila is one of the most beloved religious figures in history. An irreverent fiery nun, St. Teresa talked back to everyone including God. She held unconventional progressive views on prayer and worship and spent most of her career under the scrutiny of the Inquisition. Her tendency toward sudden fits and visions only increased the Church's suspicions and she was even labelled insane by a few of her contemporaries. Like her confidant and protégé, fellow reformer St. John of the Cross, St. Teresa was persecuted throughout her life simply for believing that every person is capable of a direct relationship with God. At her secluded convent in 1577 Teresa was overcome by a mystical vision of a crystal castle with seven chambers each representing a different stage in the soul's spiritual quest for union with God. In her vision, a light shone from the largest and most central chamber with the surrounding rooms receiving only some of this divine light. A soul, making progress on its journey to God, passed through each chamber, moving closer and closer to God's light. Teresa was inspired to write about her vision, with a commentary to guide seekers through each room as they searched for God. Overcome one day by a mystical vision of a cyrstal castle with six chambers, each representing a different stage in spiritual development, 16th century Saint Teresa of Avila immediately sat down and wrote "The Interior Castle". It guides the spiritual seeker through each stage of development until the soul's final union with the divine. Mirabai Starr's new translation places "The Interior Castle" in its contemporary context, reasserting its spiritual and literary importance almost 500 years after it was first published and also using language that the non-religous reader can understand.

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"A gem of mystical literature made accessible and relevant to the modern spiritual seeker." -Sharon Salzberg, bestselling author of Faith

"Mirabai Starr is revolutionizing our relationship with the great mystics. Her gorgeous translation of The Interior Castle is an instant classic. Starr has the poet's ear and meditative depth to do perfect justice to Teresa's priceless guide." -Tim Farrington, author of The Monk Downstairs

About the Author

Mirabai Starr is adjunct professor of Philosophy, Religious Studies and Spanish at the University of New Mexico at Taos, and also has a lifetime's study of Buddhism, Hinduism and Judaism behind her.

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J. · 18 December 2022

Very interesting and lovely book

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightenment in a book.

P.o.M. · 11 September 2021

Hard work, but and excellent piece of work. Glad I have the book to hand.

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for anyone considering doing the Camino

E.M. · 28 June 2019

Outstanding a must for anyone considering doing the Camino. This book was funny, insightful & spiritual. I couldn’t put this book down

5.0 out of 5 stars Go deeper.

T.P. · 25 September 2017

Amongst one of the best books I have read. I sat reading this book under an oak tree in Cwm DDu on the Brecon Beacons up in the mountains and I enjoyed every page.

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F. · 3 July 2018

Always a great read.

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent detailed book, original words of the Saint.

m. · 16 December 2015

Still reading this excellent book which is written in an old sort of language so i have to work out what the Saint is trying to say, which is also good as i have to use my brain!

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars

M.P.M.Y. · 24 April 2018

This translation makes St. Teresa so accessible

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M. · 26 January 2015

amazing book

One of the most inspiring books I have read in a long time.

W.B.M. · 6 August 2024

Mirabai Starr has captured the soul and spirit of St. Teresa of Avila. Reading every word brings joy to my heart. Her poetic translation is soul-stirring. A must read for anyone seeking intimacy with God.

Awesome

N. · 8 November 2023

It’s wonderful book.

Beautiful and relevant

J. · 7 May 2024

Beautifully written

Great book

J.v.D. · 26 January 2022

Great book

Good read.

A.C. · 12 February 2015

Very enlightening and well translated. Good read.

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Interior Castle

Name: Interior Castle
Brand: Riverhead Books,U.S.
SKU: K1594480052
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