The Showings

This book is based on a series of sixteen visions Julian of Norwich received in 1373 while she was severely ill and believed to be on her deathbed.

The visions, which she later expanded upon, present God as a loving and merciful figure, emphasizing the properties of life, love, and light.

The text is divided into two versions: the 'Short Text', written shortly after her recovery, and the 'Long Text', written many years later with extensive meditations on her original revelations.

Julian's work is celebrated for its profound spiritual insights, vivid imagery, and its positive portrayal of God's relationship with humanity.