The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism

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The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism offers a scholarly exploration of the rich and varied tradition of Christian mysticism. It examines the historical development, key figures, texts, and practices within Christian mystical thought. This comprehensive work provides insights into how mysticism has shaped Christianity throughout the ages, while also highlighting its influence across different denominations and cultures.
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You might appreciate this book if you're intrigued by the historical and theological insights of Christian mysticism. It offers a comprehensive examination of mystical practices, figures, and traditions throughout history, making it an enlightening read for those interested in the spiritual depths of Christianity.

The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism presents a comprehensive and engaging account of the origins and evolution of Christian mysticism right up to the current day, discussing the mystics, their texts, and the movements they inspired.

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The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism brings together a team of leading international scholars to explore the origins, evolution, and contemporary debates relating to Christian mystics, texts, and the movements they inspired.

Provides a comprehensive and engaging account of Christian mysticism, from its origins right up to the present day.

Draws on the best of current scholarship by bringing together a collection of newly-commissioned readings by leading scholars.

Considers examples of mysticism in both Eastern and Western Christianity.

Offers a brilliant synthesis of the key figures and historical periods of mysticism; its core themes, such as heresy, gender, or aesthetics; and its theoretical considerations, including theological, literary, social scientific, and philosophical approaches.

Features chapters on current debates such as neuroscience and mystical experience, and inter-religious dialogue.

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The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism, edited by Julia Lamm, is lauded for its rich collection of essays from leading scholars that opens up the world of Christian mysticism to contemporary readers. The book is praised for its expert introduction, well-judged content, and beautiful presentation, maintaining its status as a crucial resource in the field. It's considered essential for any library or student interested in the mystical tradition, offering insights into a significant area of Christian history.

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ISBN: 9781119283508

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

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Edited by Julia A. Lamm

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 1089g

Pages: 672

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About the Author

Julia A. Lamm is Associate Professor of Theology at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. She is a recipient of an Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship for research at the Academy of Sciences in Berlin. She is also the author of The Living God: Schleiermacher's Theological Appropriation of Spinoza (1996) and co-editor of a forthcoming volume on Schleiermacher, The Christmas Dialogue and Other Selections, for the Classics of Western Spirituality series. She has also published articles on Julian of Norwich.

The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Christian Mysticism