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Practical Mysticism by Evelyn Underhill

Practical Mysticism

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Evelyn Underhill

Start Publishing LLC · Ebook · January 24, 2013

Underhill was a leading authority on modern mysticism.

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A practical, contemplative introduction to Western mysticism and its promised reach.
Genres
Mysticism, Spirituality, Theology
Published
Start Publishing LLC, January 24, 2013

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About this book

Underhill was a leading authority on modern mysticism. Written just before World War 1, Practical Mysticism reviews the works of the greatest Western mystics, including Teresa of Avila, Julian of Norwich, and Thomas à Kempis. Underhill brings esoteric subjects onto a practical footing, showing that the profound gifts of mysticism are not only for the few but are within reach of us all.

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Underhill wants the reader to obtain mystical consciousness and to be able to see eternal beauty.

Mysticism Made Near

A practical, contemplative introduction to Western mysticism and its promised reach.

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  • Reflections on Teresa of Avila, Julian of Norwich, and Thomas à Kempis
  • A serious spiritual subject brought down to earth

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  • A focus on mystical consciousness and eternal beauty
  • An invitation to see mysticism as within reach

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Mysticism88%
Theology52%
Spirituality43%

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Publisher categories

  • Mysticism
  • Spirituality
  • Theology
Authors
Evelyn Underhill
Publisher
Start Publishing LLC
Published
January 24, 2013
Format
Ebook
Reading lane
Mysticism