The essential writings of Christian mysticism
The essential writings of Christian mysticism [Texte imprimé] /
edited and with an introduction by Bernard McGinn
- Pbk ed.
- New York : the Modern Library, 2006
- 1 vol. (XVIII-559 p.) : couv. ill. ; 21 cm
- Modern Library classics .
- Modern Library classics (the Modern Library, New York) .
Notes bibliogr.
1: Foundations of mystical practice -- Biblical interpretation -- Asceticism and purgation -- Prayer, liturgy, and sacraments -- Inner and outer practices -- Mystical itineraries -- 2: Aspects of mystical consciousness -- Living the trinity -- Encountering Christ -- Love and knowledge -- Positive and negative ways to God -- Vision, contemplation, and rapture -- Distress and dereliction -- Deification and birthing -- Union with God -- 3: Implications of the mystical life -- Mysticism and heresy -- Contemplation and action
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Mysticism
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Notes bibliogr.
1: Foundations of mystical practice -- Biblical interpretation -- Asceticism and purgation -- Prayer, liturgy, and sacraments -- Inner and outer practices -- Mystical itineraries -- 2: Aspects of mystical consciousness -- Living the trinity -- Encountering Christ -- Love and knowledge -- Positive and negative ways to God -- Vision, contemplation, and rapture -- Distress and dereliction -- Deification and birthing -- Union with God -- 3: Implications of the mystical life -- Mysticism and heresy -- Contemplation and action
0-8129-7421-2
Mysticism
298.48