Antonio de Molina facts for kids
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Antonio de Molina
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| Born | 1560  Villanueva de los Infantes, Spain |
| Died | 21 September 1619 (aged 58–59) Miraflores Charterhouse, Burgos, Spain |
| Occupation | Theologian, ascetical writer |
Antonio De Molina was a Spanish writer and priest from the Carthusian order. He wrote many popular books about spiritual life, especially for priests and other people wanting to grow in their faith.
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The Life of Antonio De Molina
Antonio De Molina was born around 1560 in a town called Villanueva de los Infantes in Spain. When he was about 15 years old, in 1575, he joined a religious group called the Augustinian Hermits. He became a leader (called a superior) in one of their houses in Spain. He also taught theology, which is the study of religious beliefs. Later, Antonio wanted to join a religious order with even stricter rules. So, he became a Carthusian monk at a place called Miraflores Charterhouse. He eventually became the prior, or head, of that monastery. He passed away there on September 21, 1619, when he was around 58 or 59 years old.
Antonio De Molina's Writings
Antonio De Molina wrote several spiritual books in Spanish. These books became very popular in Spain, especially among priests. They were even translated into other languages.
Instruction for Priests
His most famous book is called Instruccion de Sacerdotes. This title means "Instruction for Priests." It was a very important guide for priests, helping them understand their sacred duties and how to perform them well. This book was published at least 20 times! It was also translated into Latin and Italian. Some people debated the ideas in this book, but it was strongly defended by others.
Other Spiritual Books
Antonio De Molina also wrote two other spiritual books for people who were not priests. One of these books was called Exercicios espirituales para personas ocupadas de cosas de su salvacion. It was published in Burgos in 1613. The other book was titled Exercicios espirituales de la excelencias, provecho y necesidad de la oracion mental. This means "Spiritual Exercises on the Excellence, Benefit, and Necessity of Mental Prayer." It was first published in Burgos in 1615 and was also translated into Latin.
See Also
In Spanish: Antonio de Molina para niños
