Description

The Mystical City of God, A Popular Abridgment condenses Venerable Mary of Agreda’s monumental narrative of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the hidden life of Jesus, based on her mystical vision and rooted in the Church’s spiritual heritage. This accessible edition overflows with enthralling accounts of creation, the meaning of the Apocalypse, the hidden life of Christ and Mary, details about angels and demons, and intimate spiritual insights that have captivated readers for centuries.

• Abridged from the original four‑volume classic to a single accessible edition
• Presents vivid devotional accounts of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the hidden life of Christ
• Includes spiritual detail on creation, Lucifer’s rebellion, the Apocalypse, and heavenly realities
• Engages readers in contemplative meditation and reflection on salvation history
• Famous within Catholic devotional literature for its breadth and spiritual richness

Q: What is this book about?
A: This work offers an abridged devotional narrative drawn from Venerable Mary of Agreda’s larger spiritual classic, recounting the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the hidden life of Jesus with rich spiritual detail that invites reflection and prayer.

Q: Is this a historical or devotional work?
A: It is devotional in nature, presenting mystical accounts that have inspired readers for centuries, rooted in the author’s reported visions and Catholic spiritual tradition, making it suitable for prayerful reading rather than academic history.

Q: Does this edition contain the entire original text?
A: This edition is an abridgment of the original four‑volume work, distilling its most compelling spiritual insights into a single volume for broader accessibility.

Q: Is this suitable for prayerful meditation?
A: Yes, readers often use this edition as a devotional companion to deepen their meditation on the lives of Christ and Mary and on the mysteries of salvation.

Q: Who benefits most from this book?
A: Catholic readers, spiritual seekers, and those drawn to Marian devotion and contemplative reflection on the mysteries of faith will find this work enriching.

For Catholic readers who desire a richly detailed devotional account of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the hidden life of Christ, and for those seeking to deepen their prayer life and understanding of salvation history through contemplative reading.