The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesu..., Anne Catherine Emmerich
The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesu..., Anne Catherine Emmerich
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The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Author: Anne Catherine Emmerich

Narrator: Roger Basick

Unabridged: 11 hr 49 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 07/18/2008


Synopsis

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare's finesse to Oscar Wilde's wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim's Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.

About Anne Catherine Emmerich

Anne Catherine Emmerich (1774–1824) was born in Germany. An Augustinian nun, stigmatic, and ecstatic, she earned fame for her visions and stigmata and was closely investigated by both scientists and the Catholic Church.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Hortensia on October 26, 2012

To read this book without falling deeper into His love is impossible. Broke my heart and made it new.I absolutely recommend it , with it you go through the passion of our lord with the spiritual eyes that allow you to see all the visible and invisible torments that he underwent for our sake. Please......more

Goodreads review by Robert on February 12, 2013

Reportedly, this book served as the inspiration for Mel Gibson to produce the film, The Passion of the Christ. This is a recitation of visions granted to Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich of the last days of Jesus, from His Last Supper, through his passion, death, descent into hell and resurrection. Th......more

Goodreads review by Cathryn on April 02, 2013

Written around 1823, this book is the visions a nun had of the Passion. It was an extraordinary book to read during Lent. Warning: It is filled with gruesome, gory, stomach-turning and detailed descriptions of Our Lord's torture and crucifixion. You will come away with a greater appreciation of the......more

Goodreads review by Francesco on April 20, 2022

Vote: 3,75 Class: L-A3 (FP) (from these revelations about the Passion of Christ comes the Mel Gibson movie (2004) "The Passion") In these book are collected the private revelations concerning the passion of Christ, shown in the 18th century to Anna Katharina Emmerick, an Agustinian nun beatified on 200......more

Goodreads review by Pippo on April 04, 2021

Excellent book full of amazing details concerning the particular parts of the Lord’s Passion and the layout of its events and locations. Writing style leaves something to be desired, but the book acts as fuel enough to maintain a feeling of reverence for the Passion for days to come. It’s a shame su......more