biography
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Teresa of Ávila, St
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| female
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| (1515–82)
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| biography:
| Saint and mystic, born in Ávila, C Spain. She entered a Carmelite convent there in 1535, and became famous for her ascetic religious exercises and sanctity. In 1562, with assistance from John of the Cross, she re-established the ancient Carmelite rule, with additional observances. Her many writings include an autobiography, The Way of Perfection, and the mystical work, The Interior Castle. She was canonized in 1622; feast day 15 October. |
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