The Mystical Element of Religion, as studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and…
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"The Mystical Element of Religion, as studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and Her Friends" by Baron Friedrich von Hügel is a scholarly religious study written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the profound mystical experiences of Saint Catherine of Genoa, exploring her life and teachings while analyzing the integration of mysticism with historical and philosophical perspectives. The author's unique approach aims to bridge the gap between personal spiritual
experience and the broader context of religious sentiment throughout Western civilization. The opening of the book presents the author's reflections on the nature of religion and its components, focusing on the interplay between personal experience and greater universal truths. It highlights von Hügel's objective to uncover the complexities surrounding mysticism and its implications within Christianity, particularly through the lens of Catherine's life. He articulates an exploration of the historical context, as well as an analysis of the philosophical underpinnings that shaped Catherine's understanding of divine love, suffering, and spiritual depth. Through this groundwork, the author sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of mystical elements within the Christian tradition, emphasizing the significance of both individual experiences and shared religious truths. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hügel, Friedrich, Freiherr von, 1852-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Mystical Element of Religion, as studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and her friends, Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Credits |
Produced by Julie Barkley, High-res images and replacement pngs from TIA and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Catherine, of Genoa, Saint, 1447-1510 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50205 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-50205-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 684 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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