Nature Mysticism

By John Edward Mercer

Book Overview

Nature Mysticism is a book written by J. Edward Mercer that explores the concept of mysticism in relation to nature. The book delves into the idea that nature itself can be a source of spiritual enlightenment and that the natural world can be seen as a manifestation of the divine. Mercer draws on a variety of religious and philosophical traditions to illustrate his points, including Christianity, Hinduism, and Taoism. He also discusses the role of meditation and contemplation in developing a deeper connection with nature and the divine. Throughout the book, Mercer emphasizes the importance of experiencing nature directly and developing a personal relationship with the natural world. Overall, Nature Mysticism is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between spirituality and nature.1913. Contents: Nature and the Absolute; Mystic Intuition and Reason; Man and Nature; Mystic Receptivity; Animism, Ancient and Modern; Will and Consciousness in Nature; Mythology; Poetry and Nature Mysticism; Rivers of Life and Death; Earth, Air, Fire, and Water; Light and Darkness; Seasons, Vegetations, and Animals, plus much more.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: 116256427X
• ISBN13: 9781162564272
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"