Letter 22 to Eustochium

Dive into St. Jeromes most renowned letter, Libellus de virginitate servanda, addressed to St. Eustochium, the young daughter of St. Paula. In this compelling correspondence, St. Jerome passionately encourages Eustochium to embrace the path of virginity while imparting essential lessons on the conduct of a virtuous young woman. Within its pages, you will find his reflections on topics such as the irreversible nature of a fallen virgin (§5), a striking portrayal of fasting and temptation (§7), his unyielding stance on abortion as murder (§13), and the notion of holy pride in virginity (§16). He also offers insights on the value of wedlock (§20), recommends further reading on the topic (§22), emphasizes the importance of scripture with Do you read? He [God] speaks to you (§25), shares a dream that challenges his identity as a Christian (§30), and delineates the three types of monasticism (§§34-36). Join us as we explore these profound themes in St. Jeromes thought-provoking letter.