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The Life of Saint Catherine of Siena: The Classic on Her Life and Accomplishments as Recorded by Her Spiritual Director
The Life of Saint Catherine of Siena, The Classic on Her Life and Accomplishments as Recorded by Her Spiritual Director
By Blessed Raymond of Capua, translated by George Lamb · Published by TAN Books
Overview
The Life of Saint Catherine of Siena, The Classic on Her Life and Accomplishments as Recorded by Her Spiritual Director presents a straightforward, firsthand account of one of the Church’s greatest saints, written by Blessed Raymond of Capua, her close friend and confessor, drawing on his own experience and testimonies of those who knew her. Rooted in Catholic tradition, this classic biography covers Catherine’s youthful zeal for God, mystical experiences, heroic charity, fervent prayer life, and miraculous conversions, inviting readers to know her holiness and learn from her courageous witness.
Classic biography of St. Catherine of Siena told by her spiritual director, rooted in firsthand experience
Recounts her mystical experiences, miraculous conversions, and heroic virtue
Shows her profound fidelity to Christ in prayer, charity, and service to the Church
Written in clear, straightforward narrative without embellishment
Equips readers to emulate her interior life of holiness and courageous witness
FAQs
Q: Who was Saint Catherine of Siena? A: Saint Catherine of Siena was a fourteenth-century mystic, Dominican tertiary, and Doctor of the Church renowned for her deep prayer life, uncompromising charity, and role in urging the papacy back to Rome.
Q: Why is this account authoritative? A: It was written by Blessed Raymond of Capua, her spiritual director and close companion, and draws on his own experiences and the testimonies of her family and friends known to him.
Q: How should this book be read? A: It can be read devotionally or in spiritual formation, helping readers understand Catherine’s interior life, extraordinary virtues, and love for Christ and neighbor.
Q: Is this narrative suitable for study groups? A: Yes, its clear narrative and rich witness to holiness make it suitable for parish study groups and personal reflection on the path of sanctity.
Intended Audience
For Catholic readers who desire to know the life of Saint Catherine of Siena through the eyes of her spiritual director, for students of hagiography and spiritual formation, and anyone seeking inspiration from one of the Church’s greatest exemplars of prayer, charity, and zeal for Christ.
Key Themes
Holiness and spiritual courage in daily life
Mystical experience grounded in obedience and charity