St. Bernard of Clairvaux: Father of Mysticism

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We all are familiar with the Sacred Heart of Jesus, but are you familiar with it's ancient origins? The common devotion stems from the 17th century, but it has roots all the way back to the Gospel writers. For more, check out the patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

St. Bernard of Clairvaux is one of the reasons we associate Christian Mysticism with the love of God. Here I discuss one of his most accessible works On Loving God, and cover his four degrees on loving God. For bonus episodes and more check out my Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

St. Bernard of Clairvaux isn't just one of the most important figures in Catholic history, but really, all of history. He held political influence over popes and kings, but also defined a love-based mysticism, and a Marian devotion that we still follow today. For more please check out the Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

St. Gemma Galgani is a newer saint, both in history and to me personally. Though, she's easily becoming one of my favorite stigmatists and potentially mystics overall. Join me as we discuss this great saint, her stigmata and her battles with the devil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

St. Lutgardis is a fascinating saint, mystic and stigmatist. She was the second reported stigmatist of the church, and was the first woman to receive the stigmata. Her story surrounding her apparitions of Jesus and His heart, were also precursors to the Sacred Heart devotion. If you enjoy this episode, check out many more bonus episodes on patreon! http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

We kick-off our series on the stigmatists with a look at the first noted stigmatists - St. Francis of Assisi. Though we also discuss, in general, what the stigmata is and it's deep theology. For more content on the mystics, the stigmata and more - join my Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Welcome back to St. Anthony's Tongue! We kick off our new season full of mystics and saints with a refresher episode. I hope you enjoy! For more on Catholic Mysticism, Catholic Saints, Mystics and more check out my Patreon below www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

For the remainder of these tales, join me on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue As I prepare for Season Three of St. Anthony's Tongue, I've been researching unique and weird stories from medieval Catholicism. Here, I've come across a great collection of folk tales surrounding the Virgin Mary, which was written by the mysterious Pope Celestine V. I hope you enjoy this collection, and join me on Patreon for the rest -but also for more bonus episodes, prayer books, a Discord server and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Dear Friends, This episode marks the finale of our series on mysticism. However, it can still be enjoyed, even if you haven't listened to all of the episodes this season. While this will mark an official break, please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue as well as follow on social media for more content and to see what's next. Thank you for allowing me to be even a small part of your journey. -W. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support