Description: Hardback London: Burns Oates & Washbourne ltd. Stated 21st edition stated 1907. 352 pages Previous owners name on the inside. Wear to the cover. Last few pages and the inside back cover have some gray stains. Seems like some kind of ink residue. I am not exactly sure. Photographs included of all effected pages. Shipped media mail. Anne Catherine Emmerich (1774–1824) was a German mystic, stigmatist, and visionary whose life remains a subject of fascination and study for many. Born on September 8, 1774, in Flamschen, Westphalia, Germany, she grew up in a devout Catholic family. From an early age, she displayed a deep piety and a profound interest in spiritual matters. Anne Catherine's life took a significant turn when, at the age of twenty-eight, she joined the Augustinian convent of Agnetenberg in Dülmen. Despite her desire for a contemplative life, her health was delicate, and she often struggled with illness. However, it was during this time that she began to experience mystical phenomena, including visions and ecstasies. One of the most remarkable aspects of Anne Catherine's life was her experience of stigmata, the wounds of Christ, which she bore for much of her adult life. These wounds, believed by many to be a sign of divine favor, caused her great physical suffering but also deepened her spiritual connection with Christ. Anne Catherine's visions and revelations attracted the attention of many, including the poet Clemens Brentano, who visited her and transcribed her experiences in detail. These writings would later be published as "The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ," providing a vivid and detailed account of the events leading up to and including the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Her visions also included insights into the lives of Mary, Joseph, and other biblical figures, as well as glimpses into the afterlife. Despite her humble and often secluded life, Anne Catherine's influence spread far beyond the walls of her convent. Her spiritual wisdom and devotion endeared her to many, and her writings continue to inspire and challenge readers to this day. She died on February 9, 1824, in Dülmen, leaving behind a legacy of faith, piety, and mystical experience that continues to captivate the hearts and minds of believers around the world. In 2004, Pope John Paul II declared her venerable, recognizing her heroic virtues and the profound impact of her spiritual witness.
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Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Author: ANNE CATHERINE EMMERICH
Publisher: Burns & Oates
Topic: Jesus Christ
Subject: Religion & Spirituality
Year Printed: 1908
