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Brides in the Desert: The Spirituality of the Beguines (Traditions of Christian Spirituality),Used
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The Beguine movement arose in Europe during the thirteenth century and consisted of women living together in chastity and poverty, doing works of Christian charity. Although many of their number were wealthy, this urban phenomenon had no founder, no single rule, and no agreed way of life. The Beguine movement was part of a yearning to democratize religion, and it produced four great writers. Saskia MurkJansen, a specialist in medieval women's mysticism, looks at the lives and works of Beatrijs of Nazareth, Mechtild of Magdeburg, Hadewijch, and Marguerite Porete. These mystics used images, metaphor, and paradox to express the numinous aspect of God. They pioneered vernacular literature and forged theological visions out of their own experience. Their writings provide an invaluable supplement to the work of their male contemporaries. Saskia MurkJansen probes the key images in Beguine spirituality including the soul as the bride of God, suffering as an integral part of a relationship with the Holy One, and the desert as a place to focus on the transcendent. In this excellent, balanced treatment, MurkJansen clearly outlines the development of the movement, pointing to its influence as well as its repression by church authorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Brides in the Desert'? A: 'Brides in the Desert' explores the Beguine movement of the thirteenth century, focusing on women who lived in chastity and poverty while engaging in Christian charity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Saskia Murk-Jansen, who specializes in medieval women's mysticism.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the spirituality of the Beguines, their mysticism, and the imagery of the soul as the bride of God, as well as the role of suffering in spiritual relationships.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Brides in the Desert' has a total of 136 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 25, 2004.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: The item condition of this book is 'New'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide about the Beguine movement? A: The book outlines the development of the Beguine movement, its influence, and the repression it faced from church authorities.
- Q: Does the author discuss any specific Beguine mystics? A: Yes, the author discusses the lives and works of notable Beguine mystics such as Beatrijs of Nazareth, Mechtild of Magdeburg, Hadewijch, and Marguerite Porete.
- Q: What makes this book a valuable resource for understanding medieval spirituality? A: The book provides an invaluable supplement to male contemporaries' works by showcasing the unique perspectives and theological visions of female mystics in the Beguine movement.