Mysticism In The Latin Church

By Robert A. Vaughan

Book Overview

""Mysticism in the Latin Church"" by Robert A. Vaughan is a comprehensive study of the history of mysticism in the Catholic Church. The book explores the origins of Christian mysticism and traces its development throughout the Middle Ages, focusing specifically on the Latin Church. The author examines the lives and teachings of prominent mystics such as St. Augustine, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Teresa of Avila, and St. John of the Cross, and analyzes their impact on the Catholic Church. The book also explores the controversies surrounding mysticism, including accusations of heresy and the role of the Inquisition in suppressing mystical movements. Overall, ""Mysticism in the Latin Church"" provides a detailed and insightful look into the rich tradition of Christian mysticism within the Catholic Church.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hours With the Mystics, by Robert A. Vaughan. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564590119.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: 1162876468
• ISBN13: 9781162876467
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"