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From Ash to Fire: A Contemporary Journey through the Interior Castle of Teresa of Avila
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This excellent introduction to one of the most important
spiritual classics of the Christian tradition is now reprinted in a new
edition by popular demand.
Full of solid insight, keen intuition
and wise counsel for the spiritual journey, the book situates St
Teresa's work in the context of the Carmelite tradition and of a
contemporary understanding of holistic spirituality. One chapter is
devoted to each of the seven spiritual mansions of The Interior Castle.
From Ash to Fire is particuarly useful for those who are at the
beginning of the spiritual journey, but has many valuable insights for
all readers.
Carolyn Humphreys uses easy to follow, lay person's
language to describe each spiritual stage, relating it to the
corresponding human dimension. You may recognize yourself in many of her
vivid examples that relate to everyday experiences. She delicately
brings to light that 'authentic humanness comes through a person who is
dependent on God and interdependent on others,' and thus guides you
along the way with sound advice. Carolyn Humphreys is a registered
occupational therapist and a Secular Discalced Carmelite