The Spiritual Ascent of Man

By William Tudor Jones

Book Overview

The Spiritual Ascent of Man is a book written by W. Tudor Jones that explores the spiritual journey of human beings. The book delves into the idea that humans are not just physical beings, but also possess a spiritual essence that is often overlooked in modern society. Jones argues that the spiritual aspect of human existence is essential to our overall well-being and that neglecting it can lead to a sense of emptiness and dissatisfaction.Throughout the book, Jones draws upon a range of spiritual traditions and philosophies to support his argument. He explores the teachings of Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and other spiritual systems, highlighting their similarities and differences. He also examines the role of meditation, prayer, and other spiritual practices in helping individuals connect with their inner selves and the divine.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the spiritual journey. These sections cover topics such as the nature of the soul, the importance of self-awareness, the role of suffering in spiritual growth, and the ultimate goal of spiritual enlightenment.Overall, The Spiritual Ascent of Man is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the human experience. It challenges readers to look beyond the material world and explore their own spiritual nature, offering practical guidance and inspiration for those seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and the universe.1917. This book aims at bringing the best philosophical thought of the time within the range of the ordinary reader. It is an undertaking to be all the more useful, as the ordinary Englishman is not a philosopher; with him, as with Dr. Johnson's friend, �������cheerfulness will keep breaking in.������� This book, though written by a deeply read student of philosophy, will be found intelligible, and even agreeably readable. Its message is one of hope, or rather of confidence and conviction, and it is expressed in such a spirit that must leave the reader with a very friendly feeling towards the author. Contents: the scope and limits of science; matter and life; body and mind; intellect and intuition; the �������is������� and the �������ought�������; values; the nature of spirit.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: 1162618477
• ISBN13: 9781162618470
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"