La théologie de la présence de Dieu, contenant la vie, les moeurs, les entretiens, la prattique, & les lettres du frère Laurent de la resurrection. Avec un traité de l'importance & des avantages de la prattique de la présence de Dieu, qu'on apuye de temoignages divins & humains

This work was compiled following the death of Nicolas Herman, a Carmelite lay brother known as Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection, who served as a cook and sandal-maker in Paris. The text was first published in 1692 by his friend and mentor, Joseph de Beaufort, who sought to preserve the spiritual insights and practical wisdom Lawrence shared during his lifetime. The compilation centers on his pursuit of constant awareness of God's presence, an accessible form of mysticism that emphasizes simplicity and devotion within everyday chores.

The volume captures the essence of 17th-century French Quietism, though it remained distinct from the more controversial movements of the era due to its humble, practical focus. The letters, conversations, and reflections included in the text were crafted not as academic theology, but as pastoral guidance for those seeking a deeper interior life. Over the centuries, the work has been widely celebrated for its gentle tone and remains a cornerstone of Christian devotional literature, valued for its enduring message that spiritual life is found as much in the kitchen as in the chapel.