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Mystic Union: An Essay in the Phenomenology of Mysticism (Cornell Studies in the Philosophy of Religion),Used
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What is it to experience union with God? In this highly original and accessible book, one of our leading philosophers of religion seeks to answer this question by analyzing the several states of mystic union as they are described and explained in the classical primary literature of the Christian mystical tradition.In Mystic Union, Nelson Pike is concerned with the Prayer of Quiet, the Prayer of Union, and Rapturethe three distinct states of infused contemplation in which the mystic is said to experience union with God. In his first four chapters Pike focuses on the metaphorical descriptions of these states found in the writings of such great Christian mystics as Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Bernard of Clairvaux, and Angela of Foligno. In the balance of the book he assumes a more critical posture in order to develop a phenomenological account that fits the verbal pictures of union provided in the primary mystical texts. Along the way the author engages several of the more important theses that have been advanced in the contemporary philosophical literature on mystic union.Pikes book deepens our understanding of the powerful message of the classical Christian mystics and makes a major contribution to current debates on the nature of religious experience. It will be welcomed by both scholars and general readers interested in the philosophy of religion, comparative religion, the psychology of religion, and Christian spirituality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Mystic Union' by Nelson Pike? A: The main topic of 'Mystic Union' is the exploration of the experience of union with God, focusing on the distinct states of infused contemplation described in Christian mysticism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mystic Union'? A: The author of 'Mystic Union' is Nelson Pike, a prominent philosopher of religion.
- Q: What are the key states of mystic union discussed in the book? A: The key states discussed in the book include the Prayer of Quiet, the Prayer of Union, and Rapture, each representing a different form of infused contemplation.
- Q: What figures from Christian mysticism does Pike analyze in the book? A: Pike analyzes the writings of notable Christian mystics such as Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Bernard of Clairvaux, and Angela of Foligno.
- Q: What is the intended audience for 'Mystic Union'? A: 'Mystic Union' is intended for both scholars and general readers interested in the philosophy of religion, comparative religion, and Christian spirituality.
- Q: When was 'Mystic Union' published? A: 'Mystic Union' was published on January 1, 1992.
- Q: What kind of binding does 'Mystic Union' have? A: 'Mystic Union' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How does Pike contribute to contemporary debates on mystic union? A: Pike contributes to contemporary debates by engaging with important theses in the philosophical literature on mystic union, providing a phenomenological account based on classical texts.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images in the book? A: The product details do not specify any illustrations or images in 'Mystic Union'.
- Q: What condition is 'Mystic Union' in? A: 'Mystic Union' is listed as being in 'Good' condition.