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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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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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Anonymous

United States · 12/22/2025

Discovery of the work

I discovered the work through my father. He had read the four volumes and sent me the first one. I consumed the whole volume, could not put it down, and asked for the other three.

Impact on faith

I have read all four volumes 10, 12, 15 times in the past 30 years. Each time I begin to read them, I see something totally different that I didn’t see before. Now I’m on probably number 16 or 17, and it’s like going to an old friend. From losing children to miscarriages, to celebrating weddings, to going to funerals, our Lord, through these volumes, wrapped me up in His love. I am friends with so many of the people in our Lord’s life that the Gospel doesn’t address. Saint Simon the Zealot was my favorite apostle. Elisha, who lost so many sons, is a favorite. I ask Judas Iscariot’s mother to pray for my wayward son to come back to the Sacraments. I could go on and on.

Graces received

The volumes fill in the gaps and address all five of our senses. I agree with a priest that the Gospel is enough, but when you’ve been given a gift to fill in between the lines of the Gospel writers, why wouldn’t you embrace it? We’re sensual, relational people. The volumes provide relationship and address our five senses, bringing the Gospel readings alive more than they ever could have been without it.

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

Reading these books for the last three decades has made me realize that you can plant the seeds about these volumes with people, but you can’t bring on their acceptance. We are held accountable to plant the seed about the volumes, but we are certainly not the ones to make it grow within our loved ones.

Additional testimony

I wish the priests who say the Gospel is enough would actually read part of the volumes before advising.

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Fabrice

France · 52 years old · 12/20/2025

Discovery of the work

By the book of the former French professional footballer Florian Boucansaud "Are you ready? he's coming back".

Impact on faith

I feel like I'm taking a time machine that projects me 2000 years back to Palestine to follow the wanderings of Our Lord Jesus Christ, his apostles and disciples, his Mother, the Virgin Mary who is also ours (how lucky we are!) - John 19:27.

Graces received

It helped me to hold on until the end during the health crisis where I could have lost everything: family, job, home - Daniel 12:12. Thank you Lord God for everything you do for all of humanity. Be eternally blessed.

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

There is only one religion - Saint Matthew 22:35-40. This Work is yet another testimony of the immense and unconditional Love that God has for each of us - Isaiah 43:19.

Additional testimony

What a gift from Heaven this Work is, which cannot be only from a person but from God. When you read it with your heart wide open, how can you still doubt it? Maria Valtorta (Little John) is "only" a spokesperson but what a spokesperson! Saint John 15:13.

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Anonymous

Italy · 11/25/2025

Discovery of the work

Antonio Socci had mentioned it in one of his books.

Impact on faith

Words of a strength and sweetness never heard before

Graces received

Survival of a Terrible Personal Moment

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

Anyone who feels like one of those persecuted, hungry, thirsty, of the beatitudes must go and read

Additional testimony

I don't understand why these readings have not become widespread throughout the world and discussed among all people. I dream of a world where this happens, and where this is the basis of everything.

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Paolo Pini

Italy · 11/21/2025

Discovery of the work

A friend of mine already owned it.

Impact on faith

It made Jesus, Mary, the Apostles, and all the characters mentioned in the Gospel more "familiar" to me to the point of perceiving them... visually!!

Graces received

The reading/meditation of the Canonical Gospels is clearer, more vivid, and current to me, I would say.

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

I would say that... when I bought the first book, I didn't feel the enthusiasm I imagined I would find... then as I continued, I felt enveloped and projected into such a Beautiful and lively Spiritual dimension that I couldn't do without it anymore. It has been more than 20 years that I have been reading and rereading the entire Work.

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Carlos Martinez

Spain · 11/14/2025

Discovery of the work

I discovered the work when Father Fortea mentioned it on the internet.

Impact on faith

I felt that it was what I had always wanted to read. My faith increased greatly. It feels like God is behind the work. Now, when I hear the Gospel, I remember the circumstances of the events, the character of the people, etc. It is of unimaginable beauty.

Graces received

I pray more and sin much less. Since I read the work 20 years ago, I attend daily mass.

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

When you begin to read it, you will feel that it is a gift from God. The work is a constant miracle.

Additional testimony

I think that, in the near future, this work will aid in a greater evangelization of the Church. The Virgin Mary, in her apparitions in Medjugorje (where the Church encourages pilgrimage), told the visionary Vicka that this work was for those who want to know more about Jesus.

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Jane Tinkle

United States · 11/03/2025

Discovery of the work

I discovered The Poem of the Man-God through my mother who would read it to me.

Impact on faith

The Poem of the Man-God brings the Gospel to life, and it's a wealth of knowledge that further demonstrates Christ's power, has deepened my understanding and practice of spiritual realities, provides peace and hope, offers wisdom and guidance, inspires action through reflection, encourages fellowship and service, and connects me to the divine.

Graces received

One of the greatest concrete Graces it brought me—and which I needed the most—is the knowledge of the importance of living for Jesus in all the small details of this life: to suffer little hardships gladly, overcome little proud impulses, little selfishnesses, and little difficulties; to serve Him in the little things; to be a servant of His in the little ways.

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

Some analysis conclusions regarding the Work: Prof. Emilio Matricciani and Dr. Liberato De Caro: “[...] what Maria Valtorta writes down cannot, in any way, be traced back to her fantasy or to her astronomical and meteorological knowledge.” Jean Aulagnier: “[...] no explanation for the archaeological and geographical accuracy of her writings except an intervention from the beyond.” And so on...

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Pierre-Philippe Robet

France · 10/31/2025

Discovery of the work

Upon leaving a prayer group of Emmanuel students, someone told me, "I think you should be interested in this book." Then they specified that there were 10 volumes like this one! I skimmed through 5 random pages... After about ten minutes, I told them I was going to buy the entire collection.

Impact on faith

From the very first moments, this reading brought me into a heart-to-heart with Jesus.

Graces received

Better understanding of the hidden side of Divine creation, of the supernatural forces of good and those of evil.

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

Read and see...

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