FAQ About Saint Teresa of Ávila
What impact did Saint Teresa of Ávila's reforms have on female monastic life?
Saint Teresa of Ávila's reforms had a profound impact on female monastic life by empowering women within the Carmelite Order to pursue a simpler and more disciplined way of life focused on prayer and contemplation. Her reforms encouraged independence and a greater role in spiritual leadership, significantly improving the autonomy and influence of nuns during her time.
