Category: Religious Studies/Theology Review: As a student of religious studies, I have always been fascinated by the works of the Cistercian Fathers. Their writings are deeply rooted in Christian spirituality and offer insights into various aspects of faith and contemplation. In this review, I will explore some of their most notable works and provide my thoughts on each one. The Golden Epistle: A Letter to the Brethren at Mont Dieu (The Works of William of St Thierry, vol. 4) is a classic text that provides an overview of Cistercian spirituality. It covers topics such as prayer, contemplation, and the nature of God. The letter was written by William of St Thierry to his fellow monks at Mont Dieu in France and remains one of the most important works on Cistercian thought. On Contemplating God, Prayer, Meditations (Cistercian Fathers Series No. 3) is another key text that explores the nature of contemplation and prayer. It provides a detailed analysis of the different types of contemplative practices used by the Cistercians and offers practical advice on how to cultivate these practices in one's own spiritual life. The First Life of Bernard of Clairvaux (Cistercian Fathers) is a biography of one of the most influential figures in Cistercian history. It provides an insight into his life, teachings, and legacy, and remains an important source for scholars studying early medieval Christianity. The Nature and Dignity of Love [Cistercian Fathers Series: Number Thirty] is a text that explores the nature of love in Christian spirituality. It covers topics such as the different types of love, their relationship to God, and how they can be cultivated in one's own life. Unity of Spirit: Studies on William Of Saint-Thierry in Honor of E. Rozanne Elder (Cistercian Studies) is a collection of essays that explore the life and work of William of St Thierry. It provides an insight into his teachings, writings, and legacy, and remains an important source for scholars studying Cistercian thought. Enigma of Faith (Cistercian Fathers) (English and Latin Edition) is a text that explores the nature of faith in Christian spirituality. It covers topics such as the different types of faith, their relationship to reason, and how they can be cultivated in one's own life. The Mirror of Faith (Cistercian Fathers) is a text that provides an overview of Cistercian spirituality. It covers topics such as prayer, contemplation, and the nature of God, and remains an important source for scholars studying early medieval Christianity. The Meditations of William of St. Thierry: Meditativae orationes, On Contemplating God, Prayer, Meditations is a collection of texts that explore various aspects of Cistercian spirituality. It covers topics such as prayer, contemplation, and the nature of God, and remains an important source for scholars studying early medieval Christianity. V, Seeking the Face of God: The Reception of Augustine in the Mystical Thought of Bernard of Clairvaux and William of St. Thierry (Studia Traditionis ... Explorations in Early and Medieval Theology) is a text that explores the influence of Augustine on Cistercian thought. It covers topics such as the nature of God, prayer, and contemplation, and remains an important source for scholars studying early medieval Christianity. In conclusion, these works by the Cistercian Fathers offer valuable insights into various aspects of Christian spirituality. They provide practical advice on how to cultivate contemplative practices in one's own life, explore the nature of faith and God, and offer an insight into the lives and teachings of some of the most influential figures in early medieval Christianity.