Spirituality

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A Brief History

By Philip Sheldrake

Series: Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion

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Spirituality by Philip Sheldrake delves into the rich and varied landscape of spiritual practice and thought across different cultures and religions. The book examines how spirituality shapes our inner lives and broader cultural contexts, offering insights into the meaning and purpose it brings to human existence. Through scholarly reflection, Sheldrake explores how spirituality connects the personal quest for meaning with the collective pursuit of truth, fostering a deep reverence for life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the diverse landscape of spiritual practices and thought. With an insightful blend of historical context and contemporary perspectives, it offers a comprehensive guide to understanding how spirituality can enrich everyday life. Perfect for those seeking personal growth and a deeper connection to both self and the world.

Engagingly written by one of the world s leading scholars in this field, this comprehensively revised edition tells the story of Christian spirituality from its origins in the New Testament right up to the present day.

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Engagingly written by one of the world’s leading scholars in this field, this comprehensively revised edition of Spirituality tells the story of Christian spirituality from its origins in the New Testament right up to the present day.

Charts the main figures, ideas, images and historical periods, showing how and why spirituality has changed and developed over the centuries.

Includes new chapters on the nature and meaning of spirituality, and on spirituality in the 21st century; along with an account of the development and main features of devotional spirituality.

Provides new coverage of Christian spirituality’s relationship to other faiths throughout history, and their influence and impact on Christian beliefs and practices.

Features expanded sections on mysticism, its relationship to spirituality, the key mystical figures, and the development of ideas concerning ‘the mystical’.

Explores the interplay between culture, geography, and spirituality, taking a global perspective by tracing spiritual developments across continents.

Series: Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion

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Spirituality by Philip Sheldrake is highly recommended for upper-level or seminary students and is praised for its authoritative grasp of key figures and movements within the Western Christian tradition. The text is lauded for providing an accessible introduction to spirituality, engaging readers interested in major Christian movements and thinkers. Reviewers note that Sheldrake passionately shares his deep knowledge of the subject, making it a valuable resource for both students and general readers exploring the field.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118472354

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 March 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 272

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Non-Fiction Philip Sheldrake Religion & Spirituality Series: Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion

About the Author

Philip Sheldrake is Senior Research Fellow at the Cambridge Theological Federation, UK, regularly a visiting professor in the USA, and a former president of the International Society for the Study of Christian Spirituality. He is the author of numerous books including Explorations in Spirituality: History, Theology & Social Practice (2010), Spaces for the Sacred: Place, Memory & Identity (2001), and Living between Worlds: Place and Journey in Celtic Christianity (1997).