The Book of Supreme Truth

By Jan van Ruusbroec

Book Overview

The Book of Supreme Truth is a spiritual masterpiece written by Jan van Ruysbroeck, a Flemish mystic and Christian contemplative from the 14th century. In this book, van Ruysbroeck explores the nature of divine love and the path to union with God through contemplation and mystical experience.The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of the spiritual journey. In the first part, van Ruysbroeck describes the process of purification that the soul must undergo in order to become receptive to divine grace. He emphasizes the importance of detachment from worldly desires and the cultivation of inner stillness as a means of opening oneself to the divine presence.In the second part of the book, van Ruysbroeck delves deeper into the mystical experience of union with God. He describes the various stages of contemplation and the different ways in which God reveals himself to the soul. He also explores the role of love in the spiritual life, emphasizing the importance of self-giving and surrender to the divine will.In the final part of the book, van Ruysbroeck offers practical advice for those seeking to deepen their spiritual practice. He provides guidance on prayer, meditation, and the cultivation of virtues such as humility and compassion.Overall, The Book of Supreme Truth is a profound and inspiring work that offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the spiritual life. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God and to cultivate a deeper sense of inner peace and fulfillment.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Adornment of the Spiritual Marriage; The Sparkling Stone; The Book of Supreme Truth, by Jan Van Ruysbroeck. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802947.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: 1417919914
• ISBN13: 9781417919918
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"