The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics
By Raphael Brown · Published by TAN Books
Overview
This narrative brings together the visions of four great Catholic mystics into a coherent story of the Blessed Virgin Mary’s life that remains in harmony with the Gospel account. Based on revelations given to Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, Venerable Mary of Agreda, St. Bridget of Sweden, and St. Elizabeth of Schenau, it illuminates Mary’s birth, espousal to St. Joseph, and Assumption into Heaven in a way that fosters devotion and love rooted in Sacred Tradition.
- Combines visionary accounts from four Catholic mystics into one unified narrative of Mary’s life.
- Presents scenes such as Mary’s infancy, espousal to St. Joseph, and Assumption in harmony with the Gospel.
- Written in a style that reads like a reverent narrative while grounded in traditional Catholic devotion.
- Helps deepen love for Mary by highlighting her faithfulness, obedience, and maternal care.
- Suitable for both personal prayer and guided Marian study throughout the year.
Intended Audience
This book is suited for Catholics who desire a deeper, devotional encounter with the life and virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary through the insights of mystics, for families seeking an accessible narrative on Mary’s life, and for readers wishing to grow in Marian devotion rooted in the Church’s tradition.
Key Themes
- Mystical visions united with Gospel harmony
- Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary from infancy to Assumption
- Marian faithfulness, obedience, and love
- Devotional narrative rooted in Catholic Tradition
Learn more on our Blog: The Assumption and Crowning of Mary
- SKU:
- 1164
- ISBN-13:
- 9780895554369
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 284
- Publication Date:
- 11/1/1991
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/1164_Preview.pdf
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
31 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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A Must Have Book!
You will love the insight of the mystics into the lives of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Great stories include the Presentation of Mary into the Temple, and the childhoods of all three members of the Holy Family. Don't miss this treasure!
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The Life of Mary As Seen By The Mystics
I love reading about Mary. This book makes Mary personal. It tells how she lived and the people she knew. It brings Mary to life like nothing else I have read does. I have given away several copies already and will give away more. I highly recommend this book.
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The Life of Mary as seen by the Mystics
What a wonderful book!! Highly recommended to anyone who is devoted to the Blessed Mother!! Reads like a novel so easy to read! Thoroughly enjoying this book!
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Life of Mary As Seen By the Mystics
Wonderful meditation for praying mysteries of the Rosary.
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Excellent!
This is by far the best book I have read in a long time. It has renewed my love for Mary and my faith. Often while reading it, I would notice myself smiling and feeling at peace. Our Heavenly Mother is always interceding for us.
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The Life of Mary as seen by the Mystics
Absolutely Beautiful!! From beginning to end I was left with such overwhelming Love for our holy Mother I couldnt wait to reach the next chapter.. There are so many beautiful details in each chapter I was left in awe, personally my Love for Our Holy Mother was already stellar, now its beyond that forever in Heaven with her. The most beautiful part in my opinion is the ending, but youll have to buy the book to receive the wonderful feeling once the book is finished. Truly a Masterpiece! God Bless All, Sincerely, Ben Lopez
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Amazing insight into the life
Amazing insight into the life of the Blessed Mother, her sorrow, sufferings, selfless giving and her yes to God thus joining her Son in the redemption of our souls.
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Absolutely beautiful!
There were times while reading this book that I couldnt hold back tears at the beauty of of Our Lady. She, her absolute submission to Out Lord, her incredible modesty and piety are something our society has lost. More than ever we need to look to Our Lady and ask her to intercede for us to help humanity. This book is simply and clearly written that can be a great read for the whole family!
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Beautiful book
This book really help enhance my understanding of Mary's life.
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The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics.
This is truly the best book I have ever read. I enjoyed it so much and learned a tremendous lot about Mary, and her life, and also St Joseph, and their life together and what happened at the birth of the Christ Child. I also learned many things about Mary's parents St Ann and St Joachim. There is no way we would know what is in this book if not for the Mystics.
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Amazing Insight To The Life of Mary
This book is so inspiring. I can'tput it down because it is so good! You read so many inspiring tidbits of Mary and her life. The book starts with her parents and goes through Mary's whole life. By reading this book, I have a new found love of Mary and feel closer to her than ever!
