In Loving Colloquy, Teresa of Ávila engages in an intimate dialogue with God, expressing deep love and devotion. The poem exemplifies her mystical experiences and the profound emotional connection she felt with the divine. It remains a significant work in the canon of Christian mysticism.
Loving Colloquy
Teresa of Ávila — 1577
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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.