Desolation is a file, and the endurance of darkness is preparation for great light

Desolation is a file, and the endurance of darkness is preparation for great light

Saint John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and poet, is known for his profound spiritual writings that explore the depths of the soul's journey towards union with God. One of his most famous works, "The Dark Night of the Soul," delves into the concept of desolation and the endurance of darkness as a necessary preparation for experiencing the great light of divine union.