The Christian Mystic

By Evelyn Underhill

Book Overview

The Christian Mystic is a book written by the renowned author and mystic, Evelyn Underhill. This book is a comprehensive exploration of the mystical tradition within Christianity, offering a detailed analysis of the spiritual practices, beliefs, and experiences of Christian mystics throughout history. Underhill delves into the lives and works of some of the most influential Christian mystics, including St. John of the Cross, St. Teresa of Avila, and Meister Eckhart. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of Christian mysticism. Part one provides an overview of the mystical tradition, exploring the nature of mysticism and its relationship to Christianity. Part two examines the practical aspects of Christian mysticism, including the various spiritual practices and disciplines that are central to the mystical path. Part three explores the mystical experiences of Christian mystics, including visions, ecstasies, and revelations. Throughout the book, Underhill emphasizes the importance of the mystical path as a means of deepening one's relationship with God and experiencing the fullness of life. She also highlights the challenges and obstacles that mystics often face, including the need for detachment, the danger of spiritual pride, and the difficulty of communicating mystical experiences to others. Overall, The Christian Mystic is a rich and insightful exploration of the mystical tradition within Christianity, offering a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual life and explore the mysteries of the divine.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Way a Psychological Study in Christian Origins, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101754.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: 1425335128
• ISBN13: 9781425335120
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"