The Treatise on Purgatory: The Spiritual Insights of St. Catherine of Genoa

By Catherine of Genoa

In "The Treatise on Purgatory," St. Catherine of Genoa presents an exploration into the purifying journey of souls on their path towards the divine spectacle of heaven. Through the lens of her extraordinary spiritual encounters and profound mystic insights, St. Catherine lays bare the concept of Purgatory. Rather than depicting Purgatory as merely a realm of retribution, she describes it as a manifestation of God's boundless mercy--a sacred space where souls are refined of their sins to achieve ultimate unity with God. This book not only enriches our understanding of Purgatory's purpose but also highlights the soul's intense yearning for purification and the blissful embrace of God's eternal love. St. Catherine's journey was marked by remarkable trials and divine encounters. Despite being born into nobility in 1447, Catherine's heart was always inclined towards simplicity and spiritual richness. Her life took a dramatic turn following an arranged marriage to Giuliano Adorno, a union that propelled her into a profound spiritual crisis and eventual transformative communion with God. This divine experience rekindled her faith, leading her to dedicate her life to aiding the poor and the sick, alongside her husband, who found redemption through her faith. This edition of "The Treatise on Purgatory" is enhanced by over 20 unique pencil illustrations, designed to complement the reading experience. Expertly translated by Saul Cross, known for his dedication to bringing Catholic spiritual classics to contemporary readers, this book also offers a short biography of St. Catherine and the circumstances under which she wrote the Treatise on Purgatory.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CYJ4LVB5
• ISBN13: 9798320063010
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 57 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.1" x 5.5"