A profound Lenten reflection on Christ's passion from the bestselling religious writer Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe, beautifully illustrated by Martin Erspamer.

During Lent we are surrounded by visual reminders of Jesus' last hours. In Stations of the Cross, renowned author and spiritual master, Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe, OP, offers readers a thoughtful meditation on this powerful devotion.

Through word and image Radcliffe offers a profound experience of reflecting on the Stations of the Cross that is both visually and spiritually inspiring. With each reflection, he draws from stunning art commissioned by award-winning liturgical artist Martin Erspamer, OSB.

Stations of the Cross is perfect Lenten reading by an author well regarded for his spiritual writings. It is a beautiful invitation to deeper meditation and richer contemplation of this solemn season of prayer and penance.

Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe is a former Master of the Dominican Order. Educated at Oxford and Paris, he joined the Dominicans in 1965, and taught scripture at Blackfriars, Oxford, for many years. His bestselling books published by Bloomsbury include What is the Point of Being a Christian?, Why Go to Church?, Alive in God and I Call You Friends. He was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by Pope Francis in December 2024.

Preface

First Station: Jesus is Condemned to Death
Second Station: Jesus Receives the Cross
Third Station: Jesus Falls for the First Time
Fourth Station: Jesus Is Met by His Blessed Mother
Fifth Station: Simon of Cyrene Helps Jesus to Carry His Cross
Sixth Station: Veronica Wipes the Face of Jesus
Seventh Station: Jesus Falls for the Second Time
Eighth Station: The Women of Jerusalem
Ninth Station: Jesus Falls for the Third time
Tenth Station: Jesus Is Stripped of His Garments
Eleventh Station: Jesus is Nailed to the Cross
Twelfth Station: Jesus Dies on the Cross
Thirteenth Station: Jesus is Taken Down from the Cross
Fourteenth Station: Jesus is Placed in the Tomb

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