Revelations of Divine Love - Paperback

One of the most beloved works of Christian mysticism—the visionary revelations of Julian of Norwich, a 14th-century English anchoress whose profound encounters with divine love have inspired seekers for over 600 years.

In May 1373, while gravely ill and near death, Julian of Norwich received sixteen "showings" or visions of Christ's passion and God's boundless love. These mystical revelations became the foundation for her theological masterwork, in which she explores the nature of divine love, the problem of sin and suffering, and the ultimate triumph of God's mercy. Julian's most famous words—"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well"—have become a beacon of hope for countless souls.

What you'll discover:

• Both the short and long texts of Julian's revelations from 1373
• Profound meditations on God's love, mercy, and compassion
• Julian's revolutionary theology of divine motherhood
• Insights into suffering, sin, and God's redemptive purpose
• The hazelnut vision and other unforgettable mystical images
• Feminine wisdom and women's voices in medieval Christianity
• Accessible translation by Barry Windeatt (Oxford World's Classics)

Julian of Norwich is recognized as the first woman to write a book in English, and her theology is both deeply orthodox and daringly original. She writes with warmth, intellectual rigor, and profound spiritual insight—offering a vision of God as infinitely loving, tender, and maternal. Her work bridges contemplative prayer and theological reflection, making complex mystical truths accessible through vivid imagery and personal experience.

This Oxford World's Classics edition presents both the short text (written shortly after her visions) and the long text (her mature theological reflection twenty years later), allowing readers to witness the deepening of Julian's understanding over time.

About the author: Julian of Norwich (1342-c.1416) was an English anchoress and mystic who lived in a cell attached to St. Julian's Church in Norwich. Despite living in an age of plague, war, and religious upheaval, her writings radiate hope, joy, and absolute trust in God's love.

Perfect for: Students of Christian mysticism and medieval spirituality, readers seeking feminine voices in theology, those interested in women mystics and saints, practitioners of contemplative prayer, anyone exploring the nature of divine love and suffering, and seekers longing for Julian's message of hope and assurance.

This paperback edition includes 288 pages of visionary wisdom—a treasure of medieval mysticism and a timeless guide to God's all-encompassing love.