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Modern Spiritual Masters Series. Selections and a short biography
offer the wisdom of the Anglican writer, an outstanding voice in
twentieth-century spirituality and a modern pioneer in the
mysticism of everyday life.
A reprint of Evelyn Underhill's timeless study on the the nature
and principles of worship and the main forms in which they find
expression in Christianity. In the belief that religious experience
is the starting point of theological reconstruction, the author
analyses here the nature, characteristics and principles of how man
relates to God. The way and degree in which ritual, symbol,
sacrament and sacrifice become part of worship is also examined
and, subsequently, its principles are illustrated, as embodied in
the main types of cults.
A selection from Underhill's enduring devotional writings, chosen
for their pertinence to Lenten themes. Half a century has passed
since Evelyn Underhill's death, yet her devotional writings have
endured as a beacon to those who seek a deeper understanding of the
interior life in the mystical Christian tradition. The editor's
personal discovery of Underhill's works when he was a young student
at General Theological Seminary moved him to pursue an extensive
knowledge of her writings. From these he has skillfully culled
readings appropriate for every day of Lent, from Ash Wednesday to
Easter Eve and broadly following liturgical themes. Now back in
print, these selections were chosen with the purpose of deepening
Lenten observance by allowing the reader to follow the thought of
Underhill, from the spiritual stocktaking theme for Ash Wednesday
to Easter Saturday's joyous anticipation of God's ultimate Gift.
For generations, readers have found in the writings of Evelyn
Underhill the guidance to help them deepen their own interior lives
in the Christian mystical tradition. In this lovely volume,
Anglican author and editor Christopher Webber has carefully
selected inspirational passages from Underhill's most significant
works, providing readings for every day of Advent and Christmas,
and sharing the timeless treasure of Underhill's spiritual vision.
Classic study by noted authority provides accessible introduction to mysticism and its relation to metaphysics, psychology, theology, magic, and symbolism. Also, detailed study of mystical consciousness: awakening of the self, purification of the self, voices and visions, ecstasy and rapture, dark night of the soul, much more.
Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with
Optical Recognition Software. "Practical Mysticism is a work by one
of the foremost 20th century Christian mystics, Evelyn Underhill.
Her book, "Mysticism: A Study in the Nature and Development of
Spiritual Consciousness," is the authoritative text of modern
mysticism. This shorter work, "Practical Mysticism," is an abridged
version of Underhill's theology, and is a perfect starting point
for immersion into the subject. It is written, to some extent, with
non-Christians in mind, so Underhill is at her simplest here, yet
her language is still poetic and enjoyable to read. Topics are
addressed broadly, and Chapter 1, "What is Mysticism?" is an
enlightening place for those unfamiliar with the topic to begin.
She invites the reader to become involved in mysticism, giving
simple examples of how it is relevant to everyday people. Underhill
was greatly influenced by mystics such as St. Teresa, St.
Augustine, and Thomas a Kempis, and examples from these writers, as
well as poets like Keats and Whitman, are sprinkled throughout the
book. A fine place to start before diving into her more intense
works, "Practical Mysticism" has captivated generations of readers,
and is still the premier text for the introductory study of
mysticism.
Brief extracts from the Underhill book, Fruits of the Spirit, first
published in 1942, the year after Underhill's death. Each of these
brief pieces is actually a meditation on some aspect of the
spiritual life, and makes excellent devotional reading.
The title of the book, Abba, is the term used in more than one
place in the New Testament for addressing God as Father and it is
with the Our Father prayer that these meditations are concerned. At
first sight it might be thought impossible to say anything fresh on
something so familiar to all Christians as the Lord s Prayer. Yet
the inexhaustible depths of meaning to be found in it may, by the
very fact of familiarity, all too easily escape notice and
understanding.
Originally published in 1934. Contents Include: PART ONE: I Believe
One God, Creator One Lord PART TWO: Incarnate Crucified Glorified
PARTTHREE: Spirit Church The World to Come
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