Saint Teresa of Ávila

~ 1515 - 1582

Saint Teresa of Ávila (1515–1582) was a Spanish nun, mystic, and a prominent figure in the Catholic Reformation. She was a reformer of the Carmelite Order and is known for her spiritual writings, including her autobiography "The Life of Teresa of Jesus," which documented her mystical experiences and teachings on prayer and contemplation. She was later canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church and is considered a Doctor of the Church.