Dark Night Of The Soul

In Dark Night Of The Soul, St. John of the Cross presents for us a portrait of one who advances successfully through the struggles of the spiritual life. The “dark night” that St. John describes is not abandonment by God but special consideration from Him for those who desire to purify and perfect their souls. With our souls purified from earthly attachments, we can advance through the desolation and difficulty of this process, ultimately becoming united with God and revealing more perfectly His glory.