Contemplation: The Movements of the Soul

by Kevin Hart

What is contemplation? How is it distinct from meditation? Is contemplation essentially religious or mystical? What should one contemplate, and how? Are there different styles of contemplation, and why should one practice them? Ought we try to lead more contemplative lives?

This book offers a philosophical introduction to the theory and practice of contemplation. Kevin Hart examines a variety of religious, aesthetic, and philosophical notions,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231213476
• ISBN13: 9780231213479
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 160 Pages