The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works

Name: The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140447620
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The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works is a collection of mystical writings from the late 14th century, exploring contemplative spirituality and the divine mystery. The anonymous author offers guidance on achieving spiritual union with God through the abandonment of intellectual reasoning, advocating for a journey grounded in love and the embrace of an unknowing, transcendent approach to spiritual growth. This religious and spiritual guide encourages readers to foster a sincere and direct connection to the divine.
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This collection might appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the mystical aspects of Christian spirituality. It delves into the themes of divine love and the pursuit of a deeper connection with God, offering guidance on meditation and the contemplative life. Perfect for those seeking a profound religious and spiritual journey.

The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works

Although the exact identity of this text's author remains obscure, he was probably an English country parson of the late 14th century. The main theme of this book is that God cannot be reached by human intellect but only by a love that can pierce the "cloud of unknowing".

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The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works contains The Cloud of Unknowing, The Mystical Theology of Saint Denis, The Book of Privy Counselling, and An Epistle on Prayer.

Against a tradition of devotional writings which focused on knowing God through Christ's Passion and his humanity, these texts describe a transcendent God who exists beyond human knowledge and human language.

These four texts are at the heart of medieval mystical theology in their call for contemplation, calm, and above all, love, as the way to understand the Divine.

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The Cloud of Unknowing and Other Works is often praised for its profound exploration of mysticism, providing an accessible entry into contemplative Christianity. Readers generally appreciate its guidance on achieving spiritual connection through the abandonment of the intellect in favour of love and humility. Critics regard the text as a timeless classic, appreciating the author's ability to convey complex theological concepts in a way that is both poetic and deeply personal.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140447620

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Notes by A. Spearing
Translated by A. Spearing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 158g

Pages: 208

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Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

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