Illuminate of Gorlitz or Jakob Bohme's Life and Philosophy Part 1

By Herman Vetterling

The Illuminate of Gorlitz or Jakob Bohme's Life and Philosophy V1 is a book written by Herman Vetterling that provides a comprehensive account of the life and philosophy of Jakob Bohme. Bohme was a German philosopher, mystic, and theologian who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. He is known for his unique and complex ideas about the nature of God, the universe, and the human soul.In this book, Vetterling delves into Bohme's life, exploring his upbringing, education, and spiritual awakening. He also examines Bohme's key philosophical concepts, such as his belief in the unity of all things and his ideas about the relationship between God and the world. Vetterling provides a detailed analysis of Bohme's writings, including his major works, such as ""The Aurora"" and ""The Three Principles of the Divine Essence.""Throughout the book, Vetterling provides historical context for Bohme's ideas, discussing the religious and philosophical movements that influenced him, as well as the political and social climate of his time. He also explores the impact of Bohme's ideas on later philosophers and theologians, including Friedrich Nietzsche and Martin Heidegger.Overall, The Illuminate of Gorlitz or Jakob Bohme's Life and Philosophy V1 is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and ideas of one of the most influential thinkers in German philosophy and mysticism.1923. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766147878, 0766147886. Volume 1 of 3. This is a comparative study of Bohme's teachings in modern light. It is not a translation or an academic thesis. Bohme's, the German mystic, philosophy was mainly concerned with the problem of evil and rested on the thesis of the dualism of God. To prevent misunderstanding, the Illuminate's teachings have been headed Bohme, with section marks. His influence throughout this work may, however, be taken for granted.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076614786X
• ISBN13: 9780766147867
• Release Date: April 2003
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 2.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"