The Book of Divine Consolation of the Blessed Angela of Foligno (1909) - Page 22

HERE BEGIN THE VISIONS WITH WHICH SHE WAS COMFORTED CONCERNING HER CHILDREN In the context of mystical literature, "children" refers to spiritual followers, disciples, or members of the religious community that looked to Angela as a spiritual mother. WHO SHOULD FOLLOW AFTER CHRIST

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First Vision concerning her children . . .	234
Second Vision concerning her children . . .	236
Third Consolation concerning her children . . .	238
Fourth Consolation concerning her children . . .	238
Instruction and Consolation received from God concerning her tribulations The word "tribulations" refers to the severe trials, spiritual struggles, or physical sufferings Angela experienced as part of her mystical journey. . . .	240
A further Consolation given unto her of God . .	245
An Illumination A mystical experience of sudden spiritual clarity or divine light that allows the soul to understand complex religious truths. of the understanding given unto her of God concerning the way and the state of salvation Salvation refers to the deliverance from sin and the admission to heaven, a central goal of the Christian life. . . .	249
The last writing of the Blessed Angela of Foligno Angela of Foligno (1248–1309) was an Italian mystic and Franciscan tertiary known for her intense spiritual writings and visions. . .	252
The testament A final statement of faith and instruction left by a holy person for their followers, intended to guide them after the author's death. and last admonition of the Blessed Angela of Foligno which she gave unto her children, she being nigh unto death . .	258
The passing away A reverent and common term used in hagiography (biographies of saints) to describe their death as a peaceful transition to God. of the Blessed Angela . .	262

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