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The Sun At Midnight: Monastic Experience Of The Christian Mystery (Volume 29) (Monastic Wisdom Series)
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The Sun At Midnight Offers A Splendid, Easily Accessible Summary Of Mystical Theology In The Cistercian School. Bernardo Olivera, A Master Of Both The Theology And The Practice Of The Spiritual Life, Analyzes This Tradition First In Its Rich Human, Biblical, And Doctrinal Connotations, And Then According To Its Most Typical Expressions As They Are Lived Among Cistercian Mystics, With Reference Also To Other Christian Men And Women. Olivera Explores The Rich Testimony Of The Monks Of The Twelfth Century As Well As The Lesserknown Nuns And Holy Women Of The Thirteenth Century.Throughout The Book, We Discover Olivera'S Fundamental Thesis: Personal Mystical Experience Is Not Only The Key To An Adequate Renewal Of Monastic Life Today But Alsoand Above Allthe Foundation, The Originating Point, Of Any And All Religion Or Religious Tradition. Mystical Experience Is, In Particular, The Origin Of Christianity And Its Rich Spiritual Tradition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Sun at Midnight'? A: The main theme of 'The Sun at Midnight' is the exploration of mystical theology within the Cistercian tradition, emphasizing personal mystical experience as foundational to monastic life and religious tradition.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Sun at Midnight'? A: The author of 'The Sun at Midnight' is Bernardo Olivera, OCSO, who is recognized for his expertise in both the theology and practice of spiritual life.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Sun at Midnight' have? A: 'The Sun at Midnight' contains 152 pages, making it a concise yet informative read on mystical theology.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Sun at Midnight' is available in paperback binding, which is ideal for comfortable reading and portability.
- Q: When was 'The Sun at Midnight' published? A: 'The Sun at Midnight' was published on October 1, 2012.
- Q: What is the significance of mystical experience according to the book? A: According to the book, personal mystical experience is seen as essential for the renewal of monastic life and is also viewed as the origin of Christianity and its spiritual traditions.
- Q: Does the book reference other Christian traditions aside from Cistercian? A: Yes, 'The Sun at Midnight' references various expressions of mystical experience among Cistercian mystics as well as other Christian men and women.
- Q: Is 'The Sun at Midnight' suitable for beginners in mystical theology? A: Yes, 'The Sun at Midnight' offers an easily accessible summary of mystical theology, making it suitable for both beginners and those familiar with the subject.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the rich human, biblical, and doctrinal connotations of the Cistercian mystical tradition, along with insights into the lives of historical mystics.
- Q: Are there any specific historical figures discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses the testimonies of twelfth-century monks and thirteenth-century nuns and holy women, providing a comprehensive view of the mystical tradition.