Magdeburg, Mechthild of
Flowing Light of the Godhead (Classics of Western Spirituality)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780809137763
- author:
- Magdeburg, Mechthild of
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Paulist Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 14.99 x 2.54 x 22.61 centimetres
- Genre:
- Christian mysticism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Flowing Light of the Godhead by Mechthild of Magdeburg This 13th-century mystical visionary work offers profound insights into the inner life of its author, Mechthild, and her understanding of God. Employing a range of traditional medieval literary forms, the book reflects Mechthild's spiritual journey and her encounters with the divine. Translated from the new critical edition, this English version presents a fresh perspective on Mechthild's sole mystical visionary work. The result is a challenging yet deeply rewarding exploration of the human experience and the nature of the divine. With its unique blend of prose and verse, The Flowing Light of the Godhead is a thought-provoking and deeply personal work that invites readers to reflect on their own spiritual lives.
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