Christian Mystics: Their Lives and Legacies throughout the Ages

by Ursula King

Overview

Introduces sixty men and women whose great devotion and mystical relation to God transformed the times in which they lived and continues to affect our search for spirituality today.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781616430863
Publisher:	Paulist Press
Publication date:	04/11/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	249 KB

Editorial Reviews

In an era when interest in Mysticism is flourishing, this book provides a much-needed panorama of Christian Mysticism through the ages. With Ursula King's learned guidance, the reader meets the great mystical teachers of the past and is given a glimpse of the new mysticism of the future.
—Professor of Theology, Fordham University

Ewert Cousins

Ursula King's Christian Mystics offers a distinctive perspective on spirituality. The author presents the Christian mystical tradition through short biographies of its great figures, biographies which are highly readable without oversimplifying the ideas of these great figures. This is an outstanding entryway into the rich and deep world of Christian mysticism, recommended for readers of all backgrounds.
—Professor of Comparative Religions, Haverford College

Michael Sells

A comprehensive, lucid, and inspiring history of the most intriguing and influential aspect of Christian spirituality. Especially interesting: the author addresses the influence of non-Western religious traditions on contemporary mystics. This book is incredibly rich and rewarding.
—former editor-in-chief of Book-of-the-Month Club, Inc., and author of The Wisdom of St. Patrick

Greg Tobin

With verve, clarity and brevity Ursula King brings alive the Christian Mystics. These mystics have lived life to the full with an utter love of God and a fierce commitment to their neighbor.
—Professor of Theology, Saint Mary's College and Adjunct Professor of Theology, Notre Dame University

Keith J. Egan

...This historically and spiritually rich narrative provides insight into a phenomenon that is currently enjoying a renaissance.

Booklist

...an introductory text and an excellent text...recommended.

Library Journal