Contemplations: Being Studies in Christian Mysticism is a book written by W.L. Wilmshurst. It is a collection of essays that explore the nature of Christian mysticism and its relevance to contemporary spirituality. The author delves into various topics such as the inner life of prayer, the nature of God, the role of the soul, and the importance of spiritual discipline. Wilmshurst draws on his extensive knowledge of Christian theology and mysticism to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. ...
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Contemplations: Being Studies in Christian Mysticism is a book written by W.L. Wilmshurst. It is a collection of essays that explore the nature of Christian mysticism and its relevance to contemporary spirituality. The author delves into various topics such as the inner life of prayer, the nature of God, the role of the soul, and the importance of spiritual discipline. Wilmshurst draws on his extensive knowledge of Christian theology and mysticism to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. The book is written in a clear and accessible style and is suitable for both scholars and lay readers who are interested in deepening their understanding of Christian mysticism. Overall, Contemplations is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers valuable insights into the nature of spirituality and the human experience.The contents are largely interpretations, from a Christian mystical standpoint, both of religious subjects and of the period of crisis and transition through which we are still passing. Contents: Concerning Thieves; On Crucifixion; The Tethered Ass; Raising of the Dead; When Two shall be One; New Priesthood; Vision Splendid; Mystical Experience; Reincarnation in the Light of Christianity; Not Peace, but a Sword; Two Standards; Watchman, what of the Night?; Concerning the Loaves; Present Passover; St. Winefride's Well and Legend; Scientific Apprehension of the Superphysical World.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.
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