John Of The Cross

Christian mystic and poet.

A Spanish mystic, poet, and theologian renowned for his deep writings on the soul’s union with the divine. He described the transformative spiritual journey as one marked by trials, often called the "dark night of the soul." His poetry and prose highlight themes of love, surrender, and the purifying nature of suffering. His influence spans centuries, inspiring seekers of mysticism across various traditions.

John Of The Cross Quotes about Prayer

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Seek in reading and thou shalt find in meditation; knock in prayer and it shall be opened in contemplation.
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He who interrupts the course of his spiritual exercises and prayer is like a man who allows a bird to escape from his hand; he can hardly catch it again.
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Never give up prayer, and should you find dryness and difficulty, persevere in it for this very reason. God often desires to see what love your soul has, and love is not tried by ease and satisfaction.
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He who avoids prayer is avoiding everything that is good.
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