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Fr. Timothy Reid recaps Saint Teresa's founding of the Saint Joseph's convent to reform the Carmelite order and restore fervor in prayer. Teresa emphasizes the importance of mental prayer, which involves a profound awareness of speaking with God, and teaches that vocal prayer should also be infused with mental intention. She stresses the need for determination and perseverance in prayer, warning that the devil fears resolute souls, and highlighting the immense spiritual rewards of steadfast prayer.Episode 11 covers chapters 22 & 23.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Fr. Timothy Reid highlights Saint Teresa of Ávila's teachings on the transformative power of mental prayer, emphasizing that it is accessible to all who persevere. St. Teresa reassures that divine union, symbolized by water, is available in varying degrees to everyone and encourages unwavering commitment to the journey of prayer. She advises her nuns to maintain focus on their spiritual growth, avoid worldly distractions, and remain steadfast despite challenges, illustrating that prayer is the safest and most rewarding path to union with Christ.Episode ten covers chapters 20 & 21.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Timothy Reid focuses on humility and the trials faced by contemplatives, who endure severe sufferings but are sustained by divine consolations. He relays how Saint Teresa discusses the nature of prayer, highlighting the challenges of maintaining concentration and the profound spiritual benefits of divine union. Her insights encourage us to embrace humility, obedience, and perseverance in our spiritual journey.Episode nine covers chapters 18 & 19.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Fr. Timothy Reid relays how Saint Teresa likens a life of prayer to a game of chess, with humility as the queen essential to achieving union with God, the king. Emphasizing that humility, charity, and detachment are foundational virtues for prayer, Fr. Reid highlights Teresa's teaching that these virtues are necessary for both mental and contemplative prayer. He explains that regardless of whether one receives the gift of contemplation, striving in prayer and virtue leads to spiritual perfection and closeness with God.Episode eight covers chapters 16 & 17.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Delve into Saint Teresa's teachings on detachment, mortification, humility, and the importance of enduring unjust treatment in following Christ and achieving spiritual perfection. Teresa's direct and uncompromising language emphasizes that detachment from worldly honor and a humble acceptance of false accusations are essential for anyone aspiring to live a life dedicated to God.Episode seven covers chapters 13-15.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Timothy Reid emphasizes the importance of detachment, particularly from self, and its close relationship with humility. Saint Teresa warns her nuns against complacency, stressing the need for constant vigilance and effort in overcoming self-will to achieve spiritual freedom. Additionally, she advises against complaining about minor ailments and highlights the significance of interior mortification, encouraging her nuns to bear suffering with love for God and to detach from worldly goods and honors to truly walk The Way of Perfection.Episode six covers chapters 10-12.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Fr. Timothy Reid relays Saint Teresa's practical advice on spiritual love, emphasizing its disinterested nature and its focus on the beloved's progress in the love of God, contrasting it with earthly affection. He also discusses the importance of detachment from worldly attachments, including family, to fully devote oneself to God. Fr. Reid concludes this episode by highlighting the necessity of perfect charity and humility in relationships, urging us to love others with a pure, spiritually enriching love.Episode five covers chapters 7-9.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Reid relays Saint Teresa's emphasis on the crucial role of confessors, stressing that they must be learned and holy to properly guide the nuns on their spiritual journey. She recounts her own struggles with misguided confessors and urges her nuns to seek second opinions when necessary. Additionally, Saint Teresa explores the nature of true spiritual love, distinguishing it from worldly attachments, and challenges her nuns to love God above all else while striving to bring others closer to Him.Episode four covers chapters 5 & 6.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Father Timothy Reid relays Saint Teresa's emphasis on the spiritual battle her nuns must undertake, likening them to a small but powerful group of soldiers within a fortified city. She urges her nuns to pray fervently for the Church's leaders, especially during the tumultuous times of the Protestant Reformation. Teresa also highlights the necessity of living a life of virtue—focusing on love, detachment, and humility—to ensure their prayers are effective and their community remains spiritually strong.Episode three covers chapters 3 & 4.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.

Saint Teresa begins The Way of Perfection out of obedience to her nuns' requests, aiming to address minor temptations, explain her reasons for founding the convent of Saint Joseph, and provide spiritual guidance. Emphasizing detachment and poverty, she encourages her sisters to trust in God for sustenance and to live their vocations with integrity. Father Reid reflects on how these teachings can inspire personal spiritual reform and a deeper commitment to serving God and others.Episode two covers the introduction and chapters 1 & 2.LEARN MORE - USE COUPON CODE COM25 FOR 25% OFF:The Way of Perfection: https://bit.ly/3Srb4HJThe Interior Castle (Deluxe Edition): https://bit.ly/3Y06rbcTAN Classics Deluxe Set: https://bit.ly/3XYLbCtThe Interior Castle (Paperback Edition): https://bit.ly/3xJ1GbhThe Autobiography of St. Teresa of Ávila: https://bit.ly/3XWGJUMSt. Teresa of Ávila: Reformer of Carmel: https://bit.ly/3zvBv8fConversation with Christ: The Teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila about Personal Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zzIg9bThe Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.Fr. Timothy Reid returns as our Commentaries guide for another spiritual classic from St. Teresa of Ávila, The Way of Perfection. Originally written for her fellow sisters four centuries ago, these 20 podcast episodes filled with Christian mysticism and contemplative prayer might be more relevant today, and will no doubt enlighten your soul’s journey toward union with God.Fr. Reid also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle - https://bit.ly/4cZ3CLpTo download your FREE Classic Companion PDF and for updates about new seasons, expert scholars, and exclusive deals for The Commentaries listeners, sign up at TANcommentaries.com And for more great ways to deepen your faith, check out all the spiritual resources available at https://TANBooks.com and use Coupon Code COM25 for 25% off your next order.