St. Anthony's Tongue

Welcome back to St. Anthony's Tongue! We kick off our new season full of mystics and saints with a refresher episode. I hope you enjoy! For more on Catholic Mysticism, Catholic Saints, Mystics and more check out my Patreon below www.patreon.com/anthonystongue

For the remainder of these tales, join me on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue As I prepare for Season Three of St. Anthony's Tongue, I've been researching unique and weird stories from medieval Catholicism. Here, I've come across a great collection of folk tales surrounding the Virgin Mary, which was written by the mysterious Pope Celestine V. I hope you enjoy this collection, and join me on Patreon for the rest -but also for more bonus episodes, prayer books, a Discord server and much more!

Dear Friends, This episode marks the finale of our series on mysticism. However, it can still be enjoyed, even if you haven't listened to all of the episodes this season. While this will mark an official break, please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue as well as follow on social media for more content and to see what's next. Thank you for allowing me to be even a small part of your journey. -W.

Mary was more than just the mother of God, but also the model mystic. Join us as we approach Mary's mysticism alongside the Glorious Mysteries. For more St. Anthony's Tongue join our Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue

Mary's sorrows are a deep ocean of Catholic Mysticism. Join me as we explore her sorrowful mysteries and see how Mary is the model mystic for Christian Contemplation. For more content on Mary, Mysticism + More join the Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue

This discussion dives into the rich dimensions of Marian mysticism, focusing on Mary's dual role as Mother and disciple. By exploring the Joyful Mysteries, it uncovers profound themes like faith, anxiety, and surrender. The conversation encourages listeners to enhance their prayer practices and connect meaningfully with their spiritual journeys, inviting them to see Mary not just as a figure of devotion but as a guide on the contemplative path.

One of the most interesting practices to spring from The Cloud of Unknowing is Centering Prayer. This is a simple yet profound method of connecting with the divine, though it's also had some criticism. Here I hope to share a balanced take on a very fruitful practice.

A mysterious text took medieval England by storm. The book was written by a mysterious monk, aiding his student in Christian contemplation - teaching him to unite with God by going beyond the intellect. This book was The Cloud of Unknowing, and today, we're discussing it.

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! This week we discuss: - Purgatory - Was Our Lady of Guadalupe an indigenous goddess? - Santa Muerte and Our Lady of Sorrows - Deconstruction - Is Ancestral Veneration "Catholic"? + much more! ___ For bonus content, and to have questions like this answered by me more directly - consider joining the Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue

The Jesus Prayer is one of the most beloved prayers and spiritual practices of the east, but it's also catching on in the west. How does this compare to western mystical contemplation? And how can we incorporate it into our own spirituality? Tune in to find out! For more content on mysticism, check out the Patreon here!