Aus des Angelus Silesius Cherubinischem Wandersmann by Angelus Silesius
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"Aus des Angelus Silesius Cherubinischem Wandersmann" by Angelus Silesius is a collection of mystical poetry written during the mid-17th century, a time deeply influenced by religious upheaval and burgeoning philosophical thought in Europe. The book grapples with spiritual themes, particularly the relationship between humanity and the divine, exploring concepts of love, God, and the nature of existence. The content of the book features a series of paradoxical and contemplative verses that reflect
the author's mystical Christian beliefs. Silesius delves into ideas about the divine being interwoven with human existence, suggesting that God resides within individuals and that this connection shapes their understanding of love and virtue. He urges readers to abandon material concerns and embrace spirituality, emphasizing that true fulfillment comes from aligning with the divine. Throughout the poems, there is an intricate blend of personal introspection and universal truths, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in mysticism and religious philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Angelus Silesius, 1624-1677 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aus des Angelus Silesius Cherubinischem Wandersmann |
| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Mysticism -- Germany -- History -- 17th century |
| Subject | German poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48210 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 515 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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