What Is Mysticism?

By Evelyn Underhill and HTTP //Evelynunderhill Org/ Evelyn Underhill

Book Overview

""What Is Mysticism?"" by Evelyn Underhill is a comprehensive exploration of the nature, history, and significance of mysticism. The book delves into the various forms of mysticism, including Christian, Islamic, and Hindu, and examines the experiences, practices, and beliefs associated with each. Underhill provides a detailed analysis of the mystical experience, describing the different stages of the mystical journey and the obstacles that can hinder progress. She also explores the role of the mystic in society and the relationship between mysticism and religious traditions. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent introduction to the subject for both scholars and general readers. Overall, ""What Is Mysticism?"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the mystical experience and its place in human spirituality.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Practical Mysticism: A Little Book for Normal People, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610141X.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: 142533394X
• ISBN13: 9781425333942
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"