Description
Chronology of Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer
Book Summary
This work offers an exhaustive and detailed journey through the life of Saint Josemaría Escrivá, from his arrival in Madrid in 1927 to the development of his intense pastoral work. Through a rigorous day-by-day chronology, the reader can learn about the events, people, and places that shaped his existence and the founding of Opus Dei. It is an essential study for those seeking a profound and documented approach to one of the most relevant figures of the Catholic Church in the 20th century, facilitated by a team of renowned editors and historians.
What is it about?
The book meticulously reconstructs the biography of Saint Josemaría Escrivá, structuring his life into a chronological sequence of events. It begins with his arrival in Madrid in 1927, a key moment that precedes the founding of Opus Dei in 1928. From there, the narrative unfolds event by event, showing how in less than a decade he became a priest of great influence in the ecclesiastical and university circles of the Spanish capital.
The work is not limited to major milestones, but breaks down the founder's daily life: the events that wove his life together, the people he interacted with (both frequently and sporadically), the places he inhabited, and the multiple occupations he undertook in service to others. The goal is to provide a tool that allows for a greater understanding of his personality, his evangelizing work, and the expansion of the Christian message of the Work.
Main Themes
- Founding and initial development of Opus Dei.
- Life and work of Saint Josemaría Escrivá as a central figure of 20th-century Catholicism.
- Historical, ecclesiastical, and university context of Spain in the 1920s, 30s, and beyond.
- Personal relationships and networks of contact of the founder with various personalities.
- Pastoral and spiritual activity of a priest dedicated to the extension of the Christian message.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at historians, researchers, and scholars of contemporary Church history, as well as all those interested in the figure of Saint Josemaría Escrivá and Opus Dei. It will also be of great value to readers looking for a rigorous and detailed reference source, beyond conventional biographies, to understand the context and evolution of one of the most influential Catholic institutions of the last century.
What this book provides
- An exhaustive and orderly vision of the founder's life, facilitating the consultation of specific dates and events.
- A detailed analysis of the social, university, and ecclesiastical context in which Opus Dei was conceived and developed.
- The documentary rigor of a team of specialists, allowing for a truthful and well-founded approach to the biography of Saint Josemaría.
- An indispensable reference tool for any academic or personal study on the figure and his legacy.
Technical Data
- Author: Martínez Sánchez, Santiago; Alva, Inmaculada; Coma, M.ª Jesús; González Gullón, José Luis; Zafra Molina,
- Publisher: EDICIONES RIALP S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: BIOGRAPHY: GENERAL, CHRISTIAN LIFE AND PRACTICE
- Collection: BOOKS ON OPUS DEI
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: February 2020
- Number of pages: 748
- Weight: 1178 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a first-rate reference work for the biographical study of Saint Josemaría Escrivá. Its chronological approach and the rigor of its editors make it a reliable and complete source, ideal for those who need a detailed and documented knowledge of his life and work. It is, without a doubt, a valuable acquisition for libraries of study centers, historians, and all those interested in the history of the contemporary Church from an academic perspective.