Valor del Silencio Interior, El - by Rafael Pascual Elias (Paperback)

About the Book

In an era dominated by noise and constant stimulation, silence has acquired an incalculable value. However, this silence implies not only the absence of sound, but also an inner state of calm and peace of mind. For this reason, more and more people, especially in large cities, are seeking refuge away from the hustle and bustle to spend days free from words, media, technology and urban noise. Father Rafael Pascual, a Discalced Carmelite, distinguishes between various degrees of silence, each of which, the deeper it is, opens doors to experiences that fill the soul with joy: divine silence, overwhelming silence, permanent silence, illuminating silence, charitable silence, necessary silence.... Up to twenty types of silences, which united and intertwined, form a rich inner experience and reach the fullness of true silence. Through imaginary letters, whose purpose is to teach the recipient how to achieve tranquility, peace and inner growth, the value of silence is recreated from a Christian perspective of recollection. Traditionally, silence is essential for connection with the divine, allowing us to calm the mind and open ourselves to a deeper reality that transcends the physical world. It is in this state of serenity that we can experience inner peace, unity with the universe and the presence of God. From a human perspective, we discover that creativity, often linked to constant activity, can flourish in silence. Numerous studies have shown that silence has a positive impact on mental and physical health: it reduces stress, anxiety and depression, improves sleep, concentration and memory, and strengthens the immune system.

About the Author

Rafael Pascual Elías, carmelita descalzo. Natural de Logroño (1984). Ordenado sacerdote en 2013. Licenciado en Estudios Eclesiásticos (Facultad de Teología del Norte de España, Burgos, 2007). Licenciado en Teología Práctica (Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca, 2010). Master en Mística (Centro Internacional Teresiano Sanjuanista, Ávila, 2011). Título de la tesis doctoral: "La experiencia mística de Santa Teresa de Jesús: luz y vida para la teología dogmática". Autor de varios estudios históricos y espirituales sobre Santa Teresa de Jesús y San Juan de la Cruz así como de otros importantes personajes del Carmelo Descalzo como el P. Próspero del Espíritu Santo y María de San José (Salazar) entre otros. Estudia también la espiritualidad de las grandes místicas concepcionistas franciscanas como Madre Ágreda, Madre Patrocinio y Madre Ángeles Sorazu. Tiene un blog en el portal de internet de Religión en Libertad.