This is an exciting mansion as God begins to take the lead becoming much more active in the soul, while the soul becomes more passive and receptive to God, more fully surrendering to Him, especially in prayer. It is the beginning of the mystical life with the gifts of infused contemplation. These degrees of prayer are called “infused recollection” and “prayer of quiet” (spiritual delight). In this conversation, we discuss what these degrees of prayer are like and what their effects are. We also detail the differences between “consolations” in prayer in comparison to “spiritual delights.” St. Teresa of Avila also tells us that the best way to be predisposed for these gifts and favors is NOT to strive for them! We go over the reasons why. Additionally, we discuss the complementary counsels from St. John of the Cross on what 3 signs must be present for a soul to understand God is calling them to leave discursive meditation and open themselves up to receive the gift of infused contemplation. Finally, we go over St. Teresa’s warnings about false experiences of prayer along with the battles the devil forges on the soul in this fourth dwelling place.
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Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 9)
Thinking about the Samaritan Woman During Lent
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 8)
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 7)
Interior Castle (part 12): Seventh Dwelling Place; Ch. 1-2: The Grand Entrance and Spiritual Marriage
Christmas Preparation for Carmelites
Interior Castle (part 11): Sixth Dwelling Place; Ch. 10-11: Preparing to Enter the Kingly Chambers
The Determined Determination of St. Teresa of Avila
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 6)
Interior Castle (part 10): Sixth Dwelling Place; Ch. 7-9: Keeping Christ Present
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 5)
Interior Castle (part 9): Sixth Dwelling Place; Ch. 4-6: Mansion of Spiritual Betrothal & Mystical Communications
The Active Night of the Purification of the Spirit
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 4)
The Third Spiritual Alphabet and St. Teresa of Avila
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 3)
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 2)
Exploring Contemplation with St. John of the Cross (part 1)
Interior Castle (part 8): Sixth Dwelling Place; Ch. 1-3: Greater Trials & Greater Favors
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