Goad of Love

The Goad of Love by Walter Hilton is a spiritual classic that explores the nature of Christian love and the path to union with God. Written in the 14th century, the book is a guide to the contemplative life and the pursuit of divine love. Hilton draws on the teachings of the Bible, the Church Fathers, and the mystical tradition to offer practical advice for those seeking to deepen their relationship with God. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of the spiritual life. The first part focuses on the nature of love and the importance of cultivating a deep and abiding love for God. The second part explores the obstacles that can prevent us from experiencing this love, including sin, temptation, and distractions. The final part offers guidance on the practices and disciplines that can help us overcome these obstacles and draw closer to God. Throughout the book, Hilton emphasizes the importance of humility, self-knowledge, and detachment from worldly concerns. He also stresses the need for prayer, contemplation, and the cultivation of virtues such as patience, perseverance, and charity. The Goad of Love is a timeless work that continues to inspire and guide spiritual seekers today.Much like Thomas A Kempis' �������Imitation of Christ������� this book reveals the mystic way toward right living, loving, and yearning for God.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.