The Hand of St. Bernardine: The Unseen Centuries and Spiritual Ascent of the Eremo delle Carceri

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T M Aquinas

The Hand of St. Bernardine

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The Unseen Centuries and Spiritual Ascent of the Eremo delle Carceri

T M Aquinas

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T.M. Aquinas Publishing
15 December 2025

History of architecture; History of religion; Christian Churches & denominations

Series: Pilgrimage to the Sacred: Italy's Holy Shrines

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Do you crave the unvarnished faith of the saints, the purity of a life surrendered to God in the silence of the wilderness?

For centuries, nestled high on Mount Subasio, lies a sacred secret: the Eremo delle Carceri. This is not merely a destination, but a primal crucible of prayer carved into the living rock, where Saint Francis wrestled with demons and emerged radiant with the love of Christ. The Hand of St. Bernardine unveils the unseen history of this hermitage-the Benedictine whispers before Francis, the rigorous commitment of the first friars, and the raw, uncompromising spirituality that defined the dawn of the Franciscan Order. Prepare to journey to the literal caves where the radical call to poverty and solitude took root, a call often forgotten in the modern world.

This book is a spiritual expedition into the heart of austerity. We pull back the veil on the challenges of the medieval centuries, chronicling how a devoted few stood as an anchor for the primitive Rule, guarding the flame of Francis's vision against the winds of change. It explores how the Eremo became a formidable school of divine love, a place where friars prepared themselves through intense contemplation before delivering the uncompromising Gospel to the world. You will discover the enduring power of the legendary Holm Oak and the grottoes, finding tangible evidence that the foundations of your faith are built on stone and sacrifice.

The true focus of this sweeping narrative is the intervention of St. Bernardine of Siena-the fiery reformer-whose devotion secured the Eremo's legacy. His ""Hand"" guided the preservation and renewal of the site, ensuring that the ancient rigor and spirit of the original 'prison' cells remained intact for every generation of pilgrims. This is the story of resilience, tracing the hermitage through suppressions and political upheaval, showing how its existence today is a miracle of faith, protected by providence and the tireless dedication of the friars who kept the flame alive. It is a testament to the unchanging truth of Christ, lived out in severe beauty.

Part of the ""Pilgrimage to the Sacred: Italy's Holy Shrines"" series, this volume is your entry point to a heritage that feeds the soul hungry for depth, authenticity, and historical connection to the roots of Catholic sanctity. It offers a fact-filled chronicle that speaks not only to the intellect but also directly to your deepest spiritual longings for the absolute. Experience the ascent in every chapter, transforming historical knowledge into a profound catalyst for your personal prayer life.

Are you ready to climb the mountain and rediscover the radical, life-changing prayer of the saints?

By: T M Aquinas
Imprint: T.M. Aquinas Publishing
Volume: 25
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 191g
ISBN: 9798295484117
Series: Pilgrimage to the Sacred: Italy's Holy Shrines
Pages: 134
Publication Date: 15 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active