The Mystical City of God: A Popular Abridgment
By Venerable Mary of Agreda · Published by TAN Books
Overview
The Mystical City of God: A Popular Abridgment presents an accessible introduction to one of the most celebrated works of Catholic mystical literature. Drawn from the monumental four-volume masterpiece of Venerable Mary of Agreda, this single-volume edition offers readers the most captivating portions of her mystical visions concerning the Blessed Virgin Mary, the hidden life of Jesus Christ, and the unfolding drama of salvation history.
Filled with vivid contemplative detail, this abridgment explores the creation of the world, the rebellion of Lucifer, the ministry of the holy angels, the hidden years of Christ and His Blessed Mother, and the mysteries surrounding the Apocalypse. While the Church regards private revelations as aids to devotion rather than additions to Divine Revelation, generations of Catholics have turned to this classic to deepen their meditation on Scripture, grow in love for Our Lady, and contemplate God's providential plan with renewed wonder.
What This Book Offers:
- A Classic Made Accessible: An abridged edition of the renowned four-volume masterpiece in a single readable volume.
- Marian Contemplation: Rich meditations on the life, virtues, and mission of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
- Hidden Life of Christ: Spiritual reflections on the earthly life of Jesus beyond the Gospel narratives.
- Heavenly Mysteries: Insightful devotional accounts of creation, angels, demons, the Apocalypse, and God's providential plan.
- Deepen Marian Devotion: Grow in love for the Mother of God through prayerful contemplation of her life.
- Enter Salvation History: Reflect more deeply on God's work from creation through redemption.
- Strengthen Your Prayer Life: Use the author's mystical reflections as an aid to meditation and devotion.
- Encounter Catholic Mysticism: Discover one of the Church's most influential devotional classics in an approachable format.
- Contemplate Eternal Realities: Reflect on heaven, angels, spiritual warfare, and God's divine providence.
From the Tradition
This beloved spiritual classic invites readers to contemplate the mysteries of Christ and His Blessed Mother with greater reverence, wonder, and love, always in harmony with the Church's understanding that private revelation serves devotion rather than adding to the deposit of faith.
Intended Audience
This volume is ideal for Catholics devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary, readers interested in Catholic mystical spirituality, and anyone seeking a more contemplative understanding of salvation history. It is especially well suited for those who have wanted to experience The Mystical City of God but prefer a more approachable single-volume edition.
FAQs
Is this the complete four-volume work?
No. This edition is a carefully prepared abridgment that gathers the most significant and spiritually enriching portions of the original into a single volume.
Should this be read as history?
No. The Church regards Venerable Mary of Agreda's visions as private revelation intended to foster devotion and meditation rather than to supplement Sacred Scripture or provide definitive historical accounts.
Is this book suitable for prayer and meditation?
Yes. Many readers use this work as a devotional companion to deepen their contemplation of Christ, Our Lady, and the mysteries of salvation.
Key Themes
- The Blessed Virgin Mary: Her life, virtues, and unique role in salvation history.
- The Hidden Life of Christ: Prayerful contemplation of Our Lord's earthly life.
- Heavenly Mysteries: Creation, angels, demons, and the unseen spiritual world.
- Contemplative Devotion: Growing closer to Christ through meditation rooted in Catholic mystical tradition.
- SKU:
- 126
- ISBN-13:
- 9780895550705
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 624
- Publication Date:
- 1/1/2012
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/0126_Preview.pdf
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
25 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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Wonderful and inspiring
Thank you Tan books for providing great books at an amazing prices
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Started on youtube
I started listening to Mystical City on YouTube and was moved by what I was hearing that I wanted to read the book.
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Companion to the Bible
The Mystical City of God is a truly insightful book into the life of Our Lady and the Holy Family. Every Catholic that loves the faith should read it. This book fills in many of the gaps left silent by the Gospels. Truly this is a gift from Our Lady Herself!
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Very good - shows me way to be a better person and why
Whether or not the visions were real, doesnt really matter, they explain things in a way that I can understand why I need to change how I do things, and my attitude. I think the book has been very good for me.
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An Awsome book. Good meditations thought stimulating
A read that is well worth the time.
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The Mystical City of God
Beautiful book. I feel the presence of Heaven when I read it.
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Nice Size to Read From
Nice fat book :) good size print for easier reading. Arrived quickly. I just started reading and enjoying it. Thank You.
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Good read
Good read
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You MUST read this book!!
This book is PHENOMENAL! I have caught myself rereading pages NOT because I did not understand what I had read but because it is just a beautiful read. I am sure this will be a book I read over and over. I will definitely be buying from Tan books again!
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Beautiful book
Very pleased to have a hard copy of this book rather than rely on a digital copy.
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The Mystical City of God
I sent this book to my sister I have it and read and read over and over for many years. If only everyone could read it. It would save souls. May The Divine Mercy of Jesus Always be with us Patricia
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Yessss
Fantastic! Let;s us all know the real importance of Mary in our faith!!!
