Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
The Mystics of the Church

The Mystics of the Church

Underhill, Evelyn

Paperback

Religion General General Christianity

ISBN10: 1025859588
ISBN13: 9781025859583
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Mystics of the Church is a profound and illuminating survey of the Christian mystical tradition, written by the esteemed spiritual author Evelyn Underhill. This work examines the historical development of mysticism within the institutional church, tracing the lives and insights of individuals who sought a direct and personal experience of the Divine. From the early apostolic period through the Middle Ages and into the post-Reformation era, Underhill highlights how these visionary figures influenced Christian theology and practice.

The book explores the defining characteristics of mystical life, emphasizing that these experiences were often grounded in a deep commitment to the community of faith. Underhill skillfully balances biographical accounts with theological analysis, presenting the mystics not as isolated eccentrics but as vital contributors to the spiritual health of the Church. By examining the works of figures like St. Augustine, Bernard of Clairvaux, and the great English mystics, the text provides a rich tapestry of contemplative thought.

2 different editions

Also available

Also from

Underhill, Evelyn

View All

Also in

Religion General

View All