Areopagite, Dionysius the
Pseudo-Dionysius: The Complete Works (Classics of Western Spirituality)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780809128389
- author:
- Areopagite, Dionysius the
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Paulist Press International, U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 23mm
- Genre:
- Christianity
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Complete Works of Pseudo-Dionysius This collection brings together the writings of a mysterious figure from the early Middle Ages, whose influence can be seen in the work of many mystical writers. The exact identity of the author, known as the Pseudo-Dionysius, remains unknown, and the dates of his writings are still a subject of debate. Despite this, his ideas have had a profound impact on the development of Western spirituality. The Pseudo-Dionysius's writings are characterized by their emphasis on the limitations of human understanding and the importance of approaching the divine through negative theology. His works include meditations on the nature of the divine and the use of divine names. This volume presents all of the Pseudo-Dionysius's surviving writings in English, making them more accessible to readers. The Pseudo-Dionysius's ideas continue to be studied and debated by scholars and spiritual seekers today, offering a unique perspective on the nature of the divine and the human experience.
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