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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.
Mysticism: A Study in the Nature and Development of Spiritual Consciousness FROM THE PUBLISHER
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.
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Previous editions of this book are cited in This is a republication of the 1930 edition of a work first published in 1911. It provides an introduction to the subject of mysticism and its relation to metaphysics, psychology, theology, magic, and symbolism and studies the nature and development of spiritual or mystical consciousness. Richly documented with material drawn from such mystics as St. Teresa, Meister Eckhart, St. John of the Cross, William Blake, and others. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)