Contemplations: Being Studies in Christian Mysticism is a book written by W.L. Wilmshurst. The book is a collection of essays that delve into the topic of Christian mysticism. The essays explore the idea of contemplation, which is the act of deep reflection or meditation. The author discusses the importance of contemplation in the Christian faith and how it can lead to a deeper understanding of God and the world around us. The book also explores the concept of spiritual transformation and how contemplation can help ...
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Contemplations: Being Studies in Christian Mysticism is a book written by W.L. Wilmshurst. The book is a collection of essays that delve into the topic of Christian mysticism. The essays explore the idea of contemplation, which is the act of deep reflection or meditation. The author discusses the importance of contemplation in the Christian faith and how it can lead to a deeper understanding of God and the world around us. The book also explores the concept of spiritual transformation and how contemplation can help individuals grow and evolve. The author draws on a variety of sources, including the Bible, Christian mystics, and his own personal experiences, to provide insights into the nature of contemplation and its significance in the Christian tradition. Overall, Contemplations is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of Christian mysticism that will appeal to anyone interested in spirituality and personal growth.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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