Description
The most significant feature of religious life per se is the taking of the three evangelical counsels and living the same in letter and spirit. That is what Saint John of the Cross, a Carmelite religious, craved for and lived in all austerity and sincerity during his lifetime. In his scheme of things, Evangelical Poverty aims at disciplining the inordinate greed for wealth of any kind, while Evangelical Obedience aims at restraining human self-indulgence, even as Evangelical Chastity helps repress the individual’s urge for yielding to inordinate love attained in selfish sensual pleasure. In such an observance of the three mandatory vows of religious life lies the source of fulfilment in relation to one’s vocation.
This book skilfully intertwines the teachings of Saint John with the evangelical counsels, creating a profound tapestry of spiritual wisdom and practical guidance. Through the lens of Saint John’s mystical theology, the counsels of poverty, chastity, and obedience are illuminated with deeper meaning, revealing their transformative power in leading a Christ-centred life. The book serves as a call to priests, religious, and lay persons alike to embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual renewal.
