Description
THE VIRGIN MOTHER
Book Summary
This volume collects the profound reflection of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux on the figure of the Virgin Mary, focusing primarily on the passage of the Annunciation. Through a theological and devotional style, the reader will find a guide to contemplate the beauty of the Marian mystery, combining biblical exegesis with spiritual experience. An essential work for those seeking to delve into the figure of Mary from the Cistercian tradition.
What is it about?
Saint Bernard devotes half of the work to unraveling the richness of Saint Luke's gospel passage on the Annunciation, exploring its theological and spiritual implications. The rest of the book consists of various homilies delivered on the most significant Marian feasts: the Nativity of Mary, the Annunciation, the Purification, and the Assumption. The work concludes with a brief but intense commentary on the twelve prerogatives of the Virgin described in the Book of Revelation, offering a complete vision of her role in the history of salvation.
Main themes
- The Annunciation and the mystery of the Incarnation.
- The virtues and prerogatives of the Virgin Mary.
- The relationship between Scripture and spiritual life.
- Marian devotion in the Cistercian tradition.
- The figure of Mary as a model of faith and obedience.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in Marian theology, Christian spirituality, and the work of the Church Fathers. It is especially recommended for those seeking devotional and reflective reading, as well as theology students, priests, religious, and laypeople committed to their faith who wish to deepen their knowledge of the Virgin Mary through the pen of one of the great doctors of the Church.
What this book provides
- A profound and accessible theological vision of the main Marian mysteries.
- Homilies that connect the liturgy with the believer's spiritual life.
- A detailed commentary on the twelve prerogatives of Mary in the Book of Revelation.
- The opportunity to delve into the thought of Saint Bernard, a key figure in medieval spirituality.
Technical specifications
- Author: OF CLAIRVAUX, BERNARD
- Publisher: EDICIONES RIALP S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: CHRISTIANITY, SPIRITUALITY AND RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE
- Collection: NEBLI
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2026
- Number of pages: 200
- Weight: 148 g
Editorial review
This edition of The Virgin Mother offers the reader a careful selection of texts by Saint Bernard, organized around the main Marian feasts. The author's expository clarity and theological depth make this volume a valuable tool for both study and personal meditation. Its paperback format makes it easy to handle and read, making it an ideal companion for those who desire a reference work on Marian spirituality.