Monday, November 19, 2012

Recordándo a Teresa, la peregrina

My favorite image of Teresa of Avila, la peregrina
found in front of her convent


The walls of Avila, España


In your hand
I place my heart,
Body, life and soul,
Deep feelings and affections mine,
Spouse--Redeemer sweet,
Myself offered now to you,
What do you want of me?


[from the poem "In the Hands of God" by Teresa of Avila]





Monasterio de la Encarnación, Avila
Teresa's convent, right outside the Walls 


Teresa of Avila

1 comment:

  1. Teresa is one of my very favorites. Despite several visits to Spain, I have yet to visit Avila! May God will it one day.

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