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John's Father's Sacrifice
- John of the Cross's father gave up his wealth to marry a peasant.
- This act of love and sacrifice deeply influenced John's life and writings.
John Paul II and Nuptial Imagery
- John Paul II wrote his dissertation on John of the Cross and even learned Spanish to read his works.
- John of the Cross often uses nuptial imagery to describe the spiritual life and union with God.
John's Path to Carmel
- John of the Cross, initially John of St. Matthias, wanted to be a Carthusian monk.
- Teresa of Avila convinced him to join the Carmelites and help reform the order.