Anthony de Mello (Jesuit priest)

The Reverend
Anthony de Mello
Born(1931-09-04)4 September 1931
Died2 June 1987(1987-06-02) (aged 55)
New York, New York
Occupation(s)Jesuit priest, author
Known forSpiritual writings and teachings
Ignatian spirituality

Anthony de Mello (4 September 1931 – 2 June 1987), also known as Tony de Mello, was an Indian Jesuit priest and psychotherapist. A teacher and public speaker, de Mello wrote several books on spirituality and hosted numerous spiritual retreats and conferences. He is known for his storytelling, which drew from the various mystical traditions of both East and West.