The Book of Prayer and Meditation

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Louis of Granada was a Dominican friar who was noted as theologian, writer and preacher. The cause for his canonization has been long accepted by the Holy See, with his current status being Venerable. Luis de Granada produced in total 45 works, in Spanish, Latin, and Portuguese, comprising original works, as well as translations of others' works and revisions and additions to his own previously published works.

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Experience the profound wisdom of Venerable Louis of Granada in The Book of Prayer and Meditation. Journey into the depths of your soul and discover the transformative power of prayer and meditation as you explore the pages of this timeless masterpiece. The Book of Prayer and Meditation was first published in Spanish in 1554, translated into English in 1584, and transliterated from Middle English for the first time into a more readable form in 2023. Before Granada guides the reader through fourteen meditations, he gives practical advice for the pious soul. He also gives direction on five parts of prayer: preparing for prayer, sacred reading, meditation, thanksgiving, and petition. The fourteen meditations provide a morning and evening meditation for each day of the week so that one can develop a habitus of prayer. Venerable Louis of Granada's profound insights and guidance will lead you on a spiritual journey that will leave you inspired and uplifted.