The Christian Mystic
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ISBN10: 1162816112
ISBN13: 9781162816111
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 20
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.04 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162816111
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 20
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.04 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Christian Mystic is a book written by Evelyn Underhill, an English writer and mystic who was known for her works on spirituality and mysticism. In this book, Underhill explores the concept of Christian mysticism, which is the belief that one can have a direct and personal experience of God through prayer, meditation, and contemplation.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Underhill provides an overview of Christian mysticism and its history, tracing its roots back to the early Christian mystics and exploring its development throughout the centuries. She also discusses the different types of Christian mysticism, including contemplative prayer, the dark night of the soul, and mystical union with God.In the second part of the book, Underhill delves deeper into the practice of Christian mysticism, providing practical advice on how to cultivate a mystical life. She discusses the importance of prayer, meditation, and spiritual disciplines, as well as the role of community and the church in supporting one's mystical journey.In the final part of the book, Underhill explores the ultimate goal of Christian mysticism: union with God. She discusses the nature of this union and how it can be experienced in everyday life, as well as the challenges and obstacles that can arise along the way.Overall, The Christian Mystic is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Christian mysticism, offering readers a deep understanding of this rich spiritual tradition and practical guidance on how to cultivate a mystical life.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Way a Psychological Study in Christian Origins, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101754.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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