In this influential letter, Jerome addresses Eustochium, a noblewoman who had vowed virginity. He extols celibacy, recounts his own spiritual battles, and warns against the temptations of Roman luxury. The letter is deeply personal, blending exhortation with theological reflection. It became a cornerstone of Christian thought on chastity, influencing views on gender, asceticism, and the role of women in the Church.
Letter 22 to Eustochium
Jerome — 384
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Teresa of Ávila was deeply influenced by early Christian mystics like Jerome. Her dialogic and introspective mode echoes the passion and ascetic ideals in Jerome’s letters.