Published December 30, 2005
by Kessinger Publishing .
Written in English
| The Physical Object | |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | 48 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL11794252M |
| ISBN 10 | 141918752X |
| ISBN 10 | 9781419187520 |
| OCLC/WorldCa | 122930123 |
The very term "mysticism" to some may sound well. mysterious, or even a little spooky. If that was your reaction, then this thorough and well-written book will bring helpful clarity and perspective in understanding a facet of Christian spirituality that has deep roots in church history /5. For episode 2 of my new podcast, Schola Mystica, I tell a brief story about how I first learned about Christian mysticism, beginning with a dream I had shortly after graduating from high school; a conversation with a trusted friend to try to make sense of that dream, and a book that friend recommended to me: Evelyn Underhill’s Mysticism: The Nature and Development of Spiritual . As an aid to concentration, he recommended that the chin rest on the chest, with the eyes fixed on the navel. 8. CHARACTERISTIC 2: A Withdrawal From the World In its merger with Monasticism, mysticism took on an ascetic character in which withdrawal from the . To call any thoughts “noble” is one of the most dangerous statements to make. It goes against all mystical experience. No thought is noble, and therefore no thought is ignoble either. Thoughts are just thoughts. Their function is to keep you clouded so that you cannot see the sun.
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The first study of Ibn ‘Alwân in English, Religion and Mysticism in Early Islam is essential reading for all those interested in mysticism, early Islam, Sufism, and religion and history more generally." A Psychology of Early Sufi Sama: Listening and Altered States "Avery explores the psychology of altered states among the early Sufis. The Big Book of Christian Mysticism: The Essential Guide to Contemplative Spirituality— I had wanted to write a book like this for years: a basic overview of Christian mysticism specifically for. Irrespective of being a "freebie", this is an excellent book. A lot of ground is covered and the text could serve as an introduction to quite a number of major English poets. The text is full of quotations from their works and all are related to the central theme of the mystical s: Text Books King, Ursula: Christian Mystics: Their Lives and Legacies Throughout the Ages Healey, Charles J.: Christian Spirituality: An introduction to the Heritage Harvey, Andrew ed. Teachings Of The Christian Mystics Jones, Cheslyn et al., ed. The Study of Spirituality.
