Foundations of Mysticism Origins to the Fifth Century

In this first volume of the highly-acclaimed Presence of God series, Bernard McGinn explores the origins of Christian mysticism, from early Jewish apocalyptic writings to pre-Christian Greek contemplative thought; the New Testament witnesses; early Greek Patristic thought; and the contribution of early monastic practice. In Part 2, McGinn discusses Western Christian mysticism proper, with special attention to Augustine of Hippo. Of special interest is the now-influential appendix, which reviews various theoretical approaches to mysticism.

Author: Bernard McGinn
Publisher: Herder & Herder
Published: 04/01/2004
Pages: 518
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.68lbs
Size: 9.28h x 6.16w x 1.49d
ISBN: 9780824514044

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