Therese's Trial of Faith

Therese describes her profound trial of faith, characterized by a deep inner struggle resulting from various external influences. She grapples with the rise of materialistic science in her time, which led her to question the existence of heaven in a way that felt overwhelming and irrational. The death of Mother Genevieve, a revered figure in her life, further compounded her doubts, as she experienced silence where she had hoped for signs of divine presence. Despite this darkness, she remains committed to performing acts of faith, demonstrating a resolve to cling to her beliefs amidst the turmoil.