Ignatius of Loyola: Spiritual Exercises and Selected Works (Classics of Western Spirituality)

The Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius give a 4 step structure to the experience of Mystic Union, that is valid for all spiritual systems. Evelyn Underhill, Oxford's 1st Woman Chair of Spirituality, uses these 4 stages in her classis work "Mysticism" to great effect. I keep this simple volume of Ignatius on my desk at all times, it is right here in front of me as I write this. The key to all muystic experience, in classic Greek terms, is from "purgation" (Via Purgativa, cleansing from all selfishness and negative judgments), sacred image or via kataphatica, no image or via apophatica, and only then "union." Must read, a book useful for all faiths.

I purchased the Ignatius of Loyola Spiritual Exercise as a reference book along with other books I have using during my Spiritual Direction. This book is a wonderful book on the life of Saint Ignatius and I enjoyed reading the book. This book is highly recommend by me and I think you will also be pleased with your purchased.

Some damage to cover but I doubt this book was ever opened. No notes or marks inside and sturdy binding.

This book is superlative in every possible manner. The editors (Classics of Western Spirituality) are always true to form, never changing the essence of the spiritual writer concerned. I have not finished reading this book, but have only started. Yet I know one thing for sure: if you are serious about advancing in your faith in the Christian religion, you will find this book an invaluable companion in your endevour. It receives the 5 stars because it contains stuff that will redirect your life in the most unforseen ways.

VERY HAVY TO ME BUT WE WILL USE THISWE NEED TO GO TO A RETREAT FOR THIS AND YOU NEED A SPRITUAL DIRECTORBUT A GREAT SAINT WITH MANY FOLLOWERS SJ ORGANISATIONRENE FLORIJNSXM

Good translation

This book will be part of the text books used for a course on prayer and spirituality.

loved learning about St Ignatius! It's a large book, so read the summary first.

A high Quality book, well written in an easy to read styleA specialist subject good for the beginner or any level of Ignation Spirituality

Lengthy and thorough; all the great works of St Ignatius.