"The Religious State" by Alfonso Maria de Liguori, translated by Eugene Grimm, offers an inspiring exploration of the divine calling to pursue a life dedicated to God through religious vows. Drawing from profound theological insights and personal reflections, the book emphasizes the spiritual benefits, sanctity, and importance of embracing the priesthood and religious life. It encourages readers to consider the vocation as a path to ultimate fulfillment and divine union, while also providing practical guidance and a compelling vision of the virtues required for those committed to the religious state. This work serves as both a spiritual encouragement and a profound testament to the transformative power of dedicating oneself entirely to God's service. The Religious State - Together With A Short Treatise On The Vocation To The Priesthood, Translated From The Italian Of St. Alphonsus De Liguori is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898.