Preparation for Death

For two and a half centuries, Christians have turned to Preparation for Death to face the one certainty every human life holds — and to discover in it not fear, but freedom. Written by St. Alphonsus Liguori, one of the most beloved spiritual teachers of the Catholic tradition, this classic work guides the reader through a month of daily meditations on the last things: the shortness of life, the reality of judgment, the pains of hell, the joys of heaven, and the boundless mercy of God. Liguori writes not to frighten but to awaken — to help us live with clarity, gratitude, and love. This modern-English edition renders his timeless wisdom in clear, inviting prose while remaining faithful to the meaning and spirit of the original. Whether you are new to the spiritual classics or returning to them, this book offers a gentle, honest companion for the journey. Part of The Sacred Wisdom Library.