Anne Catherine Emmerich was a devout Roman Catholic nun, mystic, and visionary known for her profound spiritual experiences. Throughout her life, she exhibited deep piety and experienced ecstatic states, often described as supernatural visions and dialogues with Jesus. Her mystical journey intensified during her later years, during which she bore stigmata, wounds corresponding to Christ's crucifixion, which were deemed authentic by church authorities. She embraced her suffering, offering it for the souls in purgatory, leaving a legacy of intense spiritual devotion.
A 19th-century German nun's ecstatic visions offer a compelling visionary account of the events surrounding the Crucifixion. A primary source for Mel Gibson's epic movie, The Passion of the Christ.