Ascent of Mount Carmel by St John of the Cross - Book 1
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Saint John of the Cross's Poetry
John of the cross's poetry is about a departure from material appetites and imperfections. The soul must pass through two principal nights, which we consider to be purgation in order to reach state of perfection. Both journeys are as though by night in darkness - that would be an amazing meditation for us all.
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