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Clavis, or Key

Clavis, or Key

Boehme, Jacob
Sparrow, John

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PhilosophyReligion General

ISBN10: 1564592677
ISBN13: 9781564592675
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 1 1992
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.28 Width: 8.16 Depth: 11.02
Language: English
Clavis or Key is a spiritual and philosophical treatise written by Jacob Boehme, a German mystic and theologian, in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the nature and attributes of God, while the second part explores the nature of the human soul and its relationship to God. Boehme's writing is heavily influenced by his Christian beliefs, but also draws on elements of mysticism, alchemy, and theosophy. He presents a complex and nuanced understanding of God as both transcendent and immanent, and explores the idea of the Trinity in depth. Throughout the book, Boehme emphasizes the importance of spiritual self-examination and the cultivation of inner wisdom and insight. He also discusses the role of suffering and adversity in the spiritual journey, and offers guidance on how to navigate these challenges. Overall, Clavis or Key is a rich and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on the nature of God and the human soul, and provides practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their spiritual practice.Sparrow, John. An Exposition of Some Principal Matters and Words in the Writings of Jacob Boehme. But since the lovers desire a Clavis, or key of my writings, I am ready and willing to pleasure them in it, and will set down a short description of the ground of those strange words; some of which are taken from nature and sense, and some are the words of strange masters, which I have tried according to sense, and found them good and fit. I will write but a short description of the divine manifestation, yet as much as I can comprehend in brief; and expound the strange words for the better understanding of our books for the consideration and help of beginners.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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