Selected Mystical Writings of William Law

By William Law and Stephen Hobhouse

Book Overview

Selected Mystical Writings of William Law is a book that compiles the most significant works of William Law, a prominent Anglican priest and theologian from the 18th century. The book contains a collection of Law's mystical writings, which explore the spiritual aspects of Christianity and offer insights into the nature of God and the human soul.The writings in this book cover a wide range of topics, including prayer, meditation, the nature of God, the importance of faith, and the role of the Church in spiritual development. Law's writings are known for their deep spiritual insights and their ability to inspire readers to deepen their own spiritual practices.The book is organized thematically, with each section focusing on a particular aspect of Law's mystical teachings. The introduction provides a brief overview of Law's life and work, as well as an explanation of his approach to spirituality.Overall, Selected Mystical Writings of William Law is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the spiritual dimensions of Christianity. The book offers a unique perspective on the nature of God and the human soul, and provides practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their own spiritual practices.1940. Writings of the great English prose mystic, edited with notes and 24 studies in the mystical theology of William Law and Jacob Boehme. The central theme is the presence of the indwelling Christ in the soul of man. Biographical and bibliographical appendices are included. Other subjects of special interest in these selections are the reconciliation of the love of God with His �������wrath������� and the restoration of the created universe, �������dislocated������� by sin, into its original state of perfect harmony with the will of its Creator.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: 1162579307
• ISBN13: 9781162579306
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"