Saint John of the Cross, O.C.D. (†1591) was a mystic, poet, and Carmelite friar. After joining the Carmelites in 1563, he collaborated with Saint Teresa of Ávila to reform the order, emphasizing austerity and contemplative prayer. His efforts led to imprisonment in 1577, during which he wrote profound mystical poetry, including The Dark Night of the Soul. His writings, blending theology and spirituality, explore the soul’s union with God. Canonized in 1726 and declared a Doctor of the Church in 1926, his feast day is December 14.
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