# St. John of the Cross — Practical Mysticism character guide

> St. John of the Cross in Practical Mysticism by Evelyn Underhill.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** John of the Cross, St. John of the Cross

**First appearance:** 0008-v-self-adjustment

## Who they are

Spanish Carmelite mystic and poet, cited for his teachings on the dark night.

## In the story

### [I: What Is Mysticism?](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/practical_mysticism_se/chapters/i-what-is-mysticism)

Mentioned alongside other mystics as an example of the contemplative consciousness.

### [IX: The Third Form of Contemplation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/practical_mysticism_se/chapters/ix-the-third-form-of-contemplation)

Referenced for his concept of the 'Night of the Spirit,' describing the soul's state of darkness and quietude in the third form of contemplation.

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