The Essentials of Mysticism and Other Essays

The Essentials of Mysticism and Other Essays is a collection of essays written by the renowned British writer and philosopher, Evelyn Underhill. The book explores the nature of mysticism, its history, and its role in spirituality. Underhill examines the various forms of mysticism, including Christian mysticism, Sufism, and Hindu mysticism, and discusses their similarities and differences. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of mysticism and its essential features, such as the mystical experience, the mystical path, and the mystical union. The second part delves into the history of mysticism, exploring its roots in ancient Greece and its development in Christianity, Islam, and other religions. The third part examines the role of mysticism in contemporary spirituality and its relevance in the modern world.Underhill's writing is clear and concise, and her insights into mysticism are profound. She draws on a wide range of sources, from the works of mystics themselves to the writings of scholars and philosophers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in mysticism, spirituality, or religion. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, as well as insights into its deeper meaning and significance.1920. These nine essays deal with various aspects of the general subject of mysticism. Some discuss its general theory and practice and others deal with its application as seen in the lives and works of the mystics, from the pagan Plotinus to the Christian contemplatives of our own day. Contents: essentials of mysticism; the mystic and the corporate life; mysticism and the doctrine of atonement; the mystic as creative artist; education of the spirit; place of will, intellect, and feeling in prayer; mysticism of Plotinus; three medieval mystics; mysticism in modern France.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.