Description
Letters I (pocket, paperback)
Book Summary
This volume inaugurates the public edition of the long letters that Saint Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer addressed to members of Opus Dei. In them, the author deeply explains the message of holiness in ordinary life, a fundamental pillar of his teaching. The first four letters, with a distinctly spiritual character, were written between 1930 and 1933 in Madrid and offer a clear guide for living the Christian faith in the midst of the world. An essential work for those who wish to understand the foundations of Opus Dei spirituality.
What is it about?
The book collects the first four letters of Saint Josemaría, documents in which he explains the nature and apostolates of Opus Dei. Each letter addresses a specific spiritual theme: ordinary life as a path to holiness, humility, the mission of the Christian in social life, and charity in the transmission of the faith. Through these pages, the reader discovers how work and daily circumstances can become a path to God. The work illuminates the journey of the Christian life, offering a practical and profound vision of holiness in one's own existence.
Main themes
- Sanctification of work and ordinary life
- Humility as the foundation of the Christian life
- The mission of the Christian in society
- Charity in the transmission of the faith
- The nature and spirit of Opus Dei
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in Christian spirituality and, in particular, in the message of Saint Josemaría Escrivá. It is especially useful for those seeking a guide on how to integrate faith into daily life, as well as for members or supporters of Opus Dei who wish to delve into its foundations. It will also be valuable for scholars of spiritual theology and for anyone who wants to better understand the call to holiness in the midst of the world.
What this book offers
- A direct and authoritative understanding of the spiritual message of the founder of Opus Dei.
- Practical keys to living the faith at work and in daily relationships.
- Profound reflections on humility, charity, and the mission of the Christian in society.
- Access to historical documents that shed light on the early years of Opus Dei spirituality.
Technical specifications
- Author: Escrivá de Balaguer, Josemaría
- Publisher: Ediciones Rialp, S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: CHRISTIANITY
- Collection: BOOKS BY JOSEMARIA ESCRIVA DE BALAGUER
- Binding: Pocket
- Date of publication: January 2021
- Number of pages: 304
- Weight: 345 g
Editorial review
This pocket edition of the first letters of Saint Josemaría Escrivá represents a unique opportunity to access foundational material of Opus Dei. Its content, of great spiritual density, is presented in a clear and accessible way, making it a recommended read both for those who already know the author's work and for those approaching his thought for the first time. The work stands out for its ability to connect theology with practical life, offering a valuable resource for personal reflection and spiritual growth.