Two Sisters in the Spirit: Therese of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity

by Hans Urs von Balthasar

Publisher:

Ignatius

, 1992

Overview

Balthasar’s unique volume on Thérèse of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity presents a theological biography of each of these holy Carmelite sisters which gives profound insights into their spirituality, showing that their differences actually complement one another. Balthasar probes the depths of the contemplative mission of each of these young Carmelites who both died in their twenties, and gave powerful witness to the critical importance of contemplation as a means to holiness. Each woman is clearly shown as a daughter of her Carmelite heritage with her own emphasis: Thérèse’s discovery of the “little way of love” and Elizabeth’s focus on the indwelling of God in the soul.

Key Features

• Presents a theological biography of each of these holy Carmelite sisters.
• Gives profound insights into their spirituality.
• Grants powerful witness to the critical importance of contemplation as a means to holiness.

Product Details

• Title: Two Sisters in the Spirit: Therese of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity
• Author: Hans Urs von Balthasar
• Publisher: Ignatius
• Print Publication Date: 1992
• Pages: 499
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• ISBNs: 9780898701487, 0898701481
• Resource ID: LLS:TWSSTRSLZBTRNTY
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2025-01-31T17:34:51Z

About Hans Urs von Balthasar

Hans Urs von Balthasar (1905–1988) was a Swiss theologian widely regarded as one of the greatest theologians and spiritual writers of modern times. Named a cardinal by Pope John Paul II, he died shortly before being formally inducted into the College of Cardinals. He wrote over one hundred books, including Prayer, Heart of the World, Mary for Today, Love Alone Is Credible, Mysterium Paschale and his major multi-volume theological works: The Glory of the Lord, Theo-Drama and Theo-Logic.