I cannot desire any created love, that is, a love which can… - Catherine of Genoa

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I cannot desire any created love, that is, a love which can be felt, enjoyed, or understood. I do not wish love that can pass through the intellect, memory, or will; because pure love passes all these things and transcends them

Catherine of Genoa

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Saint Catherine of Genoa (Caterina Fieschi Adorno, 1447 – 15 September 1510) was an Italian saint and mystic of the Catholic Church. She is recognised for her contributions to the development of the doctrine of purgatory.

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Alternative Names: Caterina Fieschi Adorno • Catharine Fieschi Adorni • St. Catherine of Genoa • Catherine Fieschi Adorni

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