401 introduction ten reappear: God’s presence in the human heart; God’s action in the world and in the mystery of His Providence; the power of God’s Word that calls for conversion and strengthening of faith; the living presence of Christ in the Eucharist; and the presence of the Savior among those gathered in His name. The author speaks frequently and fervently about God’s love and His great and unfathomable mercy, wishing to arouse in this way love and unlimited trust in Him. The manuscript’s fourth part is more systematic and is intended to aid reflection during weekly or monthly retreats. It provides thematic meditations on general and particular favors granted by God, about the necessary virtues – a topic particularly important for the Religious – and it concludes with practical recommendations which are helpful in preparing the faithful for effectively availing themselves of the Eucharist. The fifth and last part is composed of daily meditations (undisclosedon the front page). For themorning, it suggests meditations on the last things, and then focuses on the Passion of the Lord for the evening. In this part also, each individual topic is given three items for meditation. Although Inspectio Cordis contains meditations intended for consecrated Religious, it is obvious that any one of the faithful can benefit from them, since their scope and the manner of presentation have an important significance for the life of every Christian. Sources and Authenticity of the Text To validate his teachings and justify the proposed ascetic requirements, Fr. Papczyński does not resort to speculative arguments, but follows the example of the saints and uses simple, pictorial language, often employing allegory. Most often, he cites passages from the Holy Scriptures along with – although less frequently – quotes from the Fathers and Doctors of the Church (Augustine, Ambrose, Athanasius, Basil, Bernard, Bonaventure, Gregory the Great, Catherine of Siena, and Teresa of Jesus), as well as
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