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Title: Ruysbroeck and the Mystics: with selections from Ruysbroeck
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Hodder and Stoughton,1894.
Credits: Mark C. Orton, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Ruysbroeck and the Mystics: with selections from Ruysbroeck" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a scholarly work that explores the writings of the 14th-century mystic Jean von Ruysbroeck, presenting them alongside selections from Ruysbroeck's own texts. This work reflects a profound engagement with medieval Christian mysticism during the late 19th century, aiming to illuminate the intricate spiritual insights of Ruysbroeck, who is noted for his deep contemplative practices and theories on divine love. The likely topic of the book involves an in-depth examination of Ruysbroeck’s mystical theology, focusing on the nature of God and the soul’s union with the divine. The opening of this volume provides an introduction to both the work of Ruysbroeck and the context in which he wrote. It discusses the challenges of interpreting his mystical ideas, emphasizing the obscure and often abstract language found in his writings. Maeterlinck expresses concerns regarding the accessibility of Ruysbroeck's thoughts, which delve into the complexities of divine contemplation, the nature of love, and the mystical union between the soul and God. The initial chapters hint at a deeper exploration into Ruysbroeck's philosophy and theology, complemented by an analysis of his introspective journey and the richness of his spiritual vision. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Maeterlinck, Maurice, 1862-1949
Contributor: Ruusbroec, Jan van, 1293-1381
Translator: Stoddart, Jane T., 1863-1944
EBook No.: 66820
Published: Nov 25, 2021
Downloads: 224
Language: English
Subject: Mysticism
Subject: Ruusbroec, Jan van, 1293-1381
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Ruysbroeck and the Mystics: with selections from Ruysbroeck
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Hodder and Stoughton,1894.
Credits: Mark C. Orton, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Ruysbroeck and the Mystics: with selections from Ruysbroeck" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a scholarly work that explores the writings of the 14th-century mystic Jean von Ruysbroeck, presenting them alongside selections from Ruysbroeck's own texts. This work reflects a profound engagement with medieval Christian mysticism during the late 19th century, aiming to illuminate the intricate spiritual insights of Ruysbroeck, who is noted for his deep contemplative practices and theories on divine love. The likely topic of the book involves an in-depth examination of Ruysbroeck’s mystical theology, focusing on the nature of God and the soul’s union with the divine. The opening of this volume provides an introduction to both the work of Ruysbroeck and the context in which he wrote. It discusses the challenges of interpreting his mystical ideas, emphasizing the obscure and often abstract language found in his writings. Maeterlinck expresses concerns regarding the accessibility of Ruysbroeck's thoughts, which delve into the complexities of divine contemplation, the nature of love, and the mystical union between the soul and God. The initial chapters hint at a deeper exploration into Ruysbroeck's philosophy and theology, complemented by an analysis of his introspective journey and the richness of his spiritual vision. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Maeterlinck, Maurice, 1862-1949
Contributor: Ruusbroec, Jan van, 1293-1381
Translator: Stoddart, Jane T., 1863-1944
EBook No.: 66820
Published: Nov 25, 2021
Downloads: 224
Language: English
Subject: Mysticism
Subject: Ruusbroec, Jan van, 1293-1381
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.