1.6K views · 135 reactions | The Carmelite community and the third Carmelite order celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Mt Carmel at the Basilica Del Carmine in Firenze, with the presiding of bishop Stefano Manetti, bishop of Montepulciano Chiusi Pienza. | Order of Carmelites - Los Carmelitas - I Carmelitani | Facebook

A viral and emotional video of how the Carmelite nuns receive a sister joining their enclosed monastic life. The Carmelite order traces its origin to the 12th century on Mount Carmel, following the footsteps of the prophet Elijah. Carmelite nuns live in monasteries and are secluded from people. Once you enter the monastery's door, you have entered a different world. You will literally leave father, mother, sister, brother, and in fact your own very self to dedicate your entire life to prayers, s