The Eucharist in the centre of spiritual life Bl. Dorothy of Montau based on historical sources „Liber de festis” of Master Johannes of Marienwerder Cover Image

Eucharystia w centrum życia duchowego bł. Doroty z Mątów według historycznego przekazu „Liber de festis” mistrza Jana z Kwidzyna
The Eucharist in the centre of spiritual life Bl. Dorothy of Montau based on historical sources „Liber de festis” of Master Johannes of Marienwerder

Author(s): Marta Kowalczyk
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, History, Cultural history, History of Church(es), Local History / Microhistory, Middle Ages, Theology and Religion
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne Diecezji Elbląskiej w Elblągu
Keywords: Dorothy of Montau; Johannes of Marienwerder; hermitess; mysticism

Summary/Abstract: Presented to "Liber de festis" of Johannes of Marienwerder (1343 – 1417) process of changes in the spiritual life Bl. Dorothy of Montau (1347 – 1394) was based on Eucharist, frequent accepting the Holy Communion, the confession and on the contemplative prayer. In the centre of her spiritual life is Jesus Christ. Advice from the "Liber de festis" can be an inspiration for Christians. This book is also a certificate of the vision Bl. Dorothy of Montau. Dorothea’s feast day is celebrated on 25 June.

  • Issue Year: 2014
  • Issue No: 15
  • Page Range: 155-164
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Polish