The Mystical City of God is one of the most celebrated and influential works of Catholic mystical literature. Its historical importance is evidenced by the favorable judgments and support it received from numerous Popes over the centuries. Pope Innocent XI and Pope Alexander VIII expressly declared in 1690 that the work could be read by all the faithful, while Pope Clement XI and Pope Benedict XIV issued similar approvals. Pope Benedict XIII drew upon its revelations in a series of sermons on the Blessed Virgin while serving as Archbishop of Benevento.
For more than three centuries, theologians, cardinals, and spiritual writers have praised this monumental work. Cardinal D'Aguirre regarded the doctrines contained within its pages as more valuable than the studies of his entire life, finding them in harmony with Sacred Scripture, the Fathers, and the Councils of the Church. Abbe Emery, the Venerable Superior General of Saint-Sulpice, famously wrote: “Only since I read the revelations of Mary of Agreda do I properly know Jesus and His Holy Mother.”
This complete four-volume set presents the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary as revealed to Venerable Mary of Agreda:
Book One – The Conception
Covers the mysteries and graces bestowed upon the Queen of Heaven from her Immaculate Conception until the Incarnation of the Word, and the merits she acquired through her faithful cooperation with divine grace during the first fifteen years of her life.
Book Two – The Incarnation
Relates the mysteries of the life of the Mother of God from the Incarnation of the Divine Word in her virginal womb through the return of the Holy Family from Egypt.
Book Three – The Transfixion
Follows the life of the Blessed Virgin from the return out of Egypt until the Ascension of her Divine Son into Heaven.
Book Four – The Coronation
Describes the heavenly life of the Queen of Heaven from the coming of the Holy Ghost through her Assumption and glorious Coronation in Heaven.
A profound spiritual classic that offers readers a deeper appreciation of the life, virtues, and exalted role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the mystery of salvation.
Details:
Volumes: 4-Volume Set
Total Pages: 2,793
Format: Books (Set of Four Volumes)