Mysticism: Old And New

By Arthur Wells Hopkinson

Book Overview

""Mysticism: Old and New"" by Arthur W. Hopkinson is a comprehensive exploration of the mystical experience throughout history and across cultures. The book delves into the origins of mysticism, tracing its roots in ancient religious traditions and examining how it has evolved over time. Hopkinson explores the various forms of mysticism, including Christian mysticism, Sufism, and Hindu mysticism, and examines how they differ from one another.The book also considers the role of mysticism in modern society, examining how it has been embraced by contemporary spiritual seekers and how it has influenced art, literature, and philosophy. Hopkinson draws on a wide range of sources, including the writings of mystics themselves, to provide a rich and nuanced exploration of this complex and fascinating subject.Throughout the book, Hopkinson emphasizes the importance of personal experience in mysticism, arguing that the mystical journey is ultimately one of self-discovery and transformation. He also emphasizes the need for a critical and discerning approach to mysticism, warning against the dangers of fanaticism and blind faith.Overall, ""Mysticism: Old and New"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fascinating and enduring aspects of human spirituality. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the mystical experience, as well as to scholars and students of religion and philosophy.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: 1163187380
• ISBN13: 9781163187388
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"