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These detailed testimonies reveal the profound impact of Maria Valtorta's work on the spiritual lives of its readers. Each account witnesses the graces received and conversions experienced.

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These detailed testimonies have been collected according to a structured methodology, allowing precise documentation of the impact of Maria Valtorta's work on readers' spiritual lives. Each testimony addresses the discovery of the work, its impact on faith, the graces received, and recommendations for other potential readers.

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Salvatore Posca

Italy · 56 years old · 04/07/2026

Discovery of the work

After my conversation, which took place 26 years ago, a desire arose in my heart to know Jesus and Mary better. The Holy Spirit led me to purchase the complete work, including the notebooks and epistles. The only thing I had never read was the biography of Maria Valtorta. After 26 years of reading this work, I finally had the grace to order and read the Autobiography. In it, I already felt, even before Jesus dictated the main work to her, the Holy Spirit speaking through Maria Valtorta already in the biography. I thank God for giving me the grace to know the Work.

Impact on faith

It filled me with joy in the Holy Spirit. It gives me the grace to speak about the humanity of Jesus and Mary. To make better known the great man that is St. Joseph. It gives me the grace to also speak to priests who do not believe in revelations, but who listen to me willingly. Thank you Maria Valtorta for all the suffering you embraced in your life and that the Lord has spread and continues to spread its fruits.

Graces received

It has begun to make me entrust myself to the Holy Spirit in my story, but especially in the choices and tribulations that the Lord allows in my life to make me become a spiritual creature.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

I would say as Jesus said to John the first time he met him: "Come and see." I try to spread the beauty of this work. In the school (scientific high school) where I work. To the boys/girls, to the teachers, to everyone.

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Ricardo Miguel Nieto Gallego

Spain · 66 years old · 04/05/2026

Discovery of the work

It was recommended to me at a spiritual retreat. I didn't pay attention. After two years, during Easter time, a friend told me about the book. Reading the account of the Resurrection, I was surprised that Mary Magdalene was the sister of Lazarus. Looking back, I discovered the work.

Impact on faith

It has helped me to better understand the humanity of Jesus Christ, equal to us in everything, in the limitations and burdens of being a perfect man. The same with the personality of His Mother.

Graces received

I am on my fourth reading. It helps me to relate to the Lord, His Mother, and other characters from the Gospels.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

I have shared it with many friends. I make it clear that I only BELIEVE in the Holy Gospels and in what the Church teaches. Therefore, I consider it a private revelation that does not require assent of faith. But it seems to me that the text itself evidences its supernatural origin.

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Émilie

France · 40 years old · 04/01/2026

Discovery of the work

Thanks to the correspondence of the Gospel of the day and the channel of Florian and Sandra.

Impact on faith

It nourishes my faith and brings me closer to God, He who desires to be one with each of His children.

Graces received

The proximity of the Lord in my daily life.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

Read and make your own discernment.

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Anonymous

Belgium · 72 years old · 04/01/2026

Discovery of the work

In the sanctuary of Banneux, ND, the Virgin of the Poor. I was looking for other books on spirituality. It was around the years 1990-92. I "devoured" the volumes; I "entered" them as one enters a play, as one discovers a new region, a new family. I read them almost in a loop, like someone who is thirsty. But also like someone who is searching for an answer.

Impact on faith

This allowed me to implement the advice of St. Teresa of Avila: to contemplate Jesus in his humanity, to dialogue with him as if he were by my side; also the advice of St. Ignatius of Loyola: what does the Word of God say to me, personally? Why does this passage disturb me? Often, while reading, I would ask myself: and I, what would I have done in this situation? What would I have said?... I learned to let the Gospel shake me up. Most importantly: discovering a merciful God. From my childhood, I had only received the image of a stern God, on the lookout for the slightest misstep, keeping track of everything I did. With the Gospel in Valtorta, it is mercy in action that I discovered: a merciful Jesus before being a judge, and a just judge.

Graces received

I must acknowledge that it allowed me to discover the radical nature of the Gospel. There is no half measure with Jesus! And it must be recognized, we tend to somewhat tailor the text to our liking! This radical nature helped me and/or allowed me to face a major trial: the discovery of very painful events from my childhood, for which I had no choice but to forgive; and ultimately also discover that for such major forgiveness, we need God, need to contemplate Jesus in His passion. Much more recently, I discovered all the other writings: the autobiography, the notebooks of 43, 44, 45 and others, diaries, the letter to the Romans, the book of Azarias. It was a revelation: in Maria's life, I found myself, I met someone who had the same wounds as I did. I learned, I am still learning to surrender, to let God act. And above all, I received confirmation of what God/Jesus wanted for me, for my life: the offering of my life to God.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

As Jesus said: come and see, I say: read and you will see. Everyone can find themselves in this work; there will always be a character that resembles us. There is a true range of personalities.

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Jean Emmanuel

France · 63 years old · 03/29/2026

Discovery of the work

I have never been able to remember how I discovered this work, which I initially started reading online at maria-valtorta.org. I don't like reading on a screen, but in this case, I had no problem making an exception. Later, I acquired the printed books (read 3 times), and not just The Gospel as Revealed to Me. I acquired the notebooks, the diaries, the book of Azarias, and the lesson on the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Romans (all read at least twice).

Impact on faith

It is an extraordinarily vivid text. Maria Valtorta has remarkably translated the states of mind and has managed to convey joy as well as sadness, interest or indifference, strength or weakness of character, faith or hypocrisy of the characters. One could almost come to sense the scents and odors. And above all, we follow Our Lord, thereby receiving the same teaching as that received by the apostles.

Graces received

I pray more, I even created a Rosary with clauses taken from the work, a Rosary that I recite in full every Sunday with a small group online on Telegram, and spread over three days during the week (one chaplet each day). And I talk about the work to anyone who wants to listen. I share videos from other channels on Telegram and the VK network in a dedicated group I created for this purpose.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

Be patient, read just a little at a time, ideally in the evening before sleeping, and let the Holy Spirit instruct you during your sleep about what you have just read. Have the mindset of a child discovering without nitpicking to find faults. As you go through the chapters, measure the coherence, understand how we truly become children of God in daily life.

Additional testimony

For those who still have doubts, I published a video mini-conference two and a half years ago available online on: Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHcmk6uzvP8) or Odysee (https://odysee.com/@CitoyensDebout:5/Conference_Maria_Valtorta_2023-08-12:1) Please note, at the end, I mention a promotional code for the books. Unfortunately, this code is no longer valid.

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Anonymous

INDIA+FRANCE · 52 years old · 03/23/2026

Discovery of the work

After our wedding at my in-laws'. When I was looking for a book, I found volume 1 (Given by a nun from our family). I was the first to read it.

Impact on faith

Incredibly surprised and with tears of gratitude because Jesus gave me this opportunity, me, a sinner, invisible dust. Each time I returned to Pondicherry, I bought in Tamil (a language originating from South India) and thanks to God, I read up to Volume 9 in Tamil and Volume 10 in French.

Graces received

"Nearer, my God, to Thee I would like to rest, it is You who created me...". "JESUS came into my life and He transformed everything... He turned everything upside down..." Ex: In 2025, God granted us the grace to complete the "M" in 4 months.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

Taste and see how good the LORD is. IT IS A TREASURE. It is a very intimate experience like being present beside the Holy Family and weeping to the end in the tomb. Knowing little details of the Holy Virgin Mary ❤️ and diving into the love of my Jesus ❤️. AMEN

Additional testimony

I have the 10 volumes in Tamil. I would be delighted to lend these books to someone who really wants to dive into them... without forgetting to return them to me afterwards. (humbly Majella)

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Danielle East

Canada · 76 years old · 03/16/2026

Discovery of the work

I discovered the work of Maria Valtorta through the YouTube channel: "La parole qui donne la vie éternelle". I immediately appreciated the richness of the texts and wanted to acquire the 10 volumes in order to go through them entirely, at my own pace.

Impact on faith

When reading this work, one truly feels like being with Christ and hearing Him, seeing Him. How then can one not truly love Him? Since then, I understand better how to live my Catholic faith. I had already read the Gospels, but I was always left wanting more; now, when I read the official texts, they take on their full meaning.

Graces received

I have also acquired the other books that Maria Valtorta has left us. They are a gold mine thanks to the lessons that Jesus dictated to Maria Valtorta. All this helps to understand the greatest mysteries of our faith, such as the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, the precious value of the sacrament of reconciliation (confession), the depth of the holy sacrifice of the Mass. And all the richness of the doctrine of the Catholic Church. What a beautiful heritage that Jesus has left us, which has been enriched over the centuries.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

Reading this work allows us to truly understand the foundations of our faith. It is Jesus himself who imparts the lessons to us. No ambiguity, no modernist interpretation, the 10 commandments explained by God, we are certain not to go astray.

Additional testimony

Since I started reading this work, I have reread the 10 volumes in their entirety several times, and each time I am amazed to discover passages that I hadn't really noticed in previous readings. The Gospel is now part of my daily life. I have a strong desire to love Jesus, to make Him loved and known.

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Mauricio Gonzalez

Mexico · 56 years old · 01/30/2026

Discovery of the work

It was recommended to me by my Mother, who in turn had it recommended to her by a classmate from Bible classes.

Impact on faith

For me, it is like being transported to heaven on earth, I feel the closeness with Jesus.

Graces received

Conversion and Sacraments.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

Let them read at least the first dictations and decide.

Additional testimony

I do not understand if there are Church authorities who claim that there is nothing against the faith, then if they claim that the writings are not of divine origin, they should specifically say in what way they are not compatible with Catholic doctrine.

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Anonymous

France · 43 years old · 01/16/2026

Discovery of the work

A friend lent me volume 3 while I was going through many family challenges and continuing my journey for my catechumenate.

Impact on faith

Reading Maria Valtorta allows me to better understand the Gospel. Her work is of great spiritual richness. It reveals details that challenge us, bringing us back to the essentials, love as a remedy, and humility.

Graces received

Before Maria Valtorta, I adored Jesus because for him, I requested baptism without being aware of the impact it would have on my life. I pray every day, I go to mass on Sundays. The teachings of Jesus dispensed there lead me to a total conversion, a giving of myself, a change of life. I envision my life differently with more simplicity and compassion.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

I will simply tell him to let himself be touched by the divine message which is more relevant than ever in a world where the voice of the Lord seems no longer to be heard.

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Anonymous

Australia · 63 years old · 01/11/2026

Discovery of the work

I discovered this work when entering a Catholic bookshop one day at the age of 32, after reading the Book of Revelation and the Bible and not understanding it. I was a Catholic and went to church in my youth, but there was very little catechesis. The Maria Valtorta work actually assisted me to understand my faith, and I believe my faith today was a result of this work, as I was so disappointed with my Catholic faith that I contemplated leaving for a Protestant denomination, as I found no devotion in any Masses I attended until the age of 32.

Impact on faith

The work has helped me cultivate devotion and love both for my faith and for the Lord, and understand the depth of His love for us. I could not have known the Lord in such a personal way without this work.

Graces received

The work has deeply impacted my spiritual life forever. It has given me a great devotion.

What would you say to someone hesitating to discover this work?

I would say what Pope Pius XII said: “He who reads it shall understand.” The Lord’s sheep know His voice.

Additional testimony

I could never fully express the impact this work has had on my faith, and the fact that it has protected me in this time from following false and heretical teaching which are so widespread today.

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