John of the Cross

Carmelite mystic and poet

John of the Cross was a Spanish Carmelite friar, mystic, and poet who lived in the 16th century. He is considered one of the greatest mystics of the Catholic Church and is known for his writings on the nature of God and the human soul. John of the Cross was born in 1542 in Fontiveros, Spain and entered the Carmelite Order at the age of 16. He spent many years in contemplative prayer and spiritual direction, and his w...