📚 St. John of the Cross

St. John of the Cross was a Spanish mystic, Carmelite friar, and Doctor of the Church who played a key role in reforming the Carmelite Order alongside St. Teresa of Ávila. Known for his profound spiritual writings, including The Dark Night of the Soul and The Spiritual Canticle, he emphasized the soul's journey to union with God through detachment, prayer, and self-denial. His life of deep contemplation and enduring trials continues to inspire those seeking spiritual growth.
Lived: 1542 - 1591 | Feast Day: December 14 | Canonized: December 27, 1726
Patronage: Mystics, contemplatives, and Spanish poets

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