
This is the first of a two-part episode in which we explore Saint Teresa of Avila's Interior Castle Fifth Mansions Chapter 4. In part 1, Saint Teresa explains the difference between spiritual betrothal and the Christian covenant of matrimony. As the soul goes deeper in its relationship with God, it will encounter severe trials and warfare from the devil.
Timeline:
00:00:00 Show Opener - Interior Castle Fifth Mansions Chapter 2
00:00:33 Introduction - Welcome
00:02:07 Introduction to the Fifth Mansions (Fourth Water)
00:08:56 Fifth Mansions Chapter 4
00:09:18 Paragraph 1. The Spiritual Espousals.
00:12:25 Paragraph 2. The Prayer of Union Resembles a Betrothal.
00:17:46 Paragraph 3. Before the Spiritual Nuptials Temptations are Dangerous.
00:21:43 Paragraph 4. The Great Good Done by Souls Faithful to These Graces.
00:30:29 Paragraph 5. Religious Subject to the Devil's Deceptions.
00:38:22 Paragraph 6. satan's Strata-gems.
00:45:03 Spiritual Exercises - Contemplation
00:51:28 Conclusion
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Saint Teresa of Avila Interior Castle Fifth Mansions Chapter 4 Spiritual Betrothal TOG Ep 139
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