A Modern, Easy-to-Read Translation of St. John of the Cross’ Dark Night of the Soul
Rediscover one of the crown jewels of mystic literature, St. John of the Cross' Dark Night of the Soul, now available in a vibrant, modern translation that bridges centuries and resonates with today's readers. This masterpiece of Christian mysticism is transformed into accessible language that retains the poetic beauty and depth of the original text.
“This translation of Dark Night of the Soul is just as accessible and powerful in language and meaning as previous publications and brings a fresh breeze of inspiration to spiritual understanding and a desire to walk out the eternal truths presented so many centuries ago.”
– DSV, Book Reviewer
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