October 15 is Saint Teresa
October 15 is Saint Teresa 's Day, honoring Saint Teresa of Avila, an important Spanish Carmelite mystic and reformer. Born in 1515, she sought to revitalize the Carmelite order by founding convents and promoting a life of prayer and contemplation. Her most famous works, such as The Book of Life and The Way of Perfection, influenced Christian spirituality. In 1970, she was canonized by Pope Paul VI and proclaimed a Doctor of the Church, the first woman to receive this title. The day is marked by masses and reflections, celebrating her legacy of devotion and love for God. Saint Teresa is often depicted with a book and quill, symbolizing her writings and her love of spirituality.
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