Ruysbroeck the Admirable

By A. Wautier D'Aygalliers

Book Overview

Ruysbroeck the Admirable is a book written by A. Wautier D'Aygalliers that explores the life and teachings of John Ruysbroeck, a 14th-century Flemish mystic and spiritual writer. The book provides a comprehensive account of Ruysbroeck's life, including his childhood, his education, and his spiritual journey. It also delves into his writings, which are considered some of the most important works of Christian mysticism. The book examines Ruysbroeck's ideas on the nature of God, the soul, and the human experience, and it explores the ways in which his teachings have influenced Christian spirituality over the centuries. Overall, Ruysbroeck the Admirable is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important figures in Christian mysticism.Partial Contents: Medieval Philosophies; Historical Influences and the Life of Ruysbroeck; External Politics; Church in the Fourteenth Century; Deviations from Piety; Youth of Ruysbroeck; Ruysbroeck's Ministry; Conversion; Monastic life of Ruysbroeck; Literary Activity; Last Years; Exposition of the Doctrine of Ruysbroeck; Scholasticism; Neoplatonism; Originality and Influence of Ruysbroeck.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: 1162564563
• ISBN13: 9781162564562
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"