Practical Mysticism · Character
St. John of the Cross
Spanish Carmelite mystic and poet, cited for his teachings on the dark night.
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Also known as John of the Cross, St. John of the Cross
First appearance: v self adjustment
St. John of the Cross shows up with force in I: What Is Mysticism?. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned alongside other mystics as an example of the contemplative consciousness.
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In I: What Is Mysticism?: Mentioned alongside other mystics as an example of the contemplative consciousness. Later, in IX: The Third Form of Contemplation: Referenced for his concept of the 'Night of the Spirit,'…
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