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William Law: A Serious Call To A Devout And Holy Life, The Spirit Of Love (Classics Of Western Spirituality)
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Few Things Are More Needed For The Spiritual Definition Of This Age Than A Recovery Of Our Mystical Patrimony. The Classics Of Western Spirituality Happily And Competently Provides For This Need. Louis Dupre T.L. Riggs Professor In Philosophy Of Religion, Yale University William Law: A Serious Call To A Devout And Holy Life, The Spirit Of Love Edited By Paul G. Stanwood, Introduction By Austin Warren And Paul G. Stanwood, Preface By John Booty In Eternal Nature, Or The Kingdom Of Heaven, Materiality Stands In Life And Light: It Is The Light'S Glorious Body, Or That Garment Wherewith Light Is Clothed, And Therefore Has All The Properties Of Light In It, And Only Differs From Light As It Is Its Brightness And Beauty, As The Holder And Displayer Of All Its Colors, Powers, And Virtues. William Law, 16861761 Often Called The Greatest Of The Postreformation English Mystics, William Law Was Born In King'S Cliffe, England, Became A Fellow Of Emmanuel College, Cambridge And Was Ordained A Priest In The Anglican Church. After Losing His Position At Cambridge For Refusing To Take The Oath Of Allegiance To George I, He Became The Center Of A Small Spiritual Community. He Was A Religious Guide To The Gibbon Family And Included Among His Disciples John And Charles Wesley. His Practical Work As A Spiritual Directoras Expressed In This, His Bestknown Piece, A Serious Call To A Devout And Holy Lifedeeply Influenced The English Evangelical Revival. The Oxford Dictionary Of The Christian Church Says This Of The Book: The Simplicity Of Its Teaching And Its Vigorous Style Soon Established The Work As A Classic, Which Has Probably Had More Influence Than Any Other Postreformation Spiritual Book Except The Pilgrim'S Progress. In His Later Years Law Became An Intense Admirer Of The Teaching Of Jacob Boehme On The Coincidence Of Opposites. He Gave This Doctrine An Original Turn In His Littleknown But Exquisite Mystical Treatisesthe Most Important Being The Spirit Of Love. This Double Selection, Edited From First Texts Instead Of Reprints, Demonstrates The Range Of Law'S Thought And His Development As A Genius Of Style And Devotion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' about? A: 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' by William Law explores themes of spirituality and devotion, emphasizing the importance of a sincere religious life and the pursuit of holiness.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' is William Law, who was a prominent English mystic and spiritual writer in the 18th century.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' was published on January 1, 1978, as the First Paperback Edition.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 544 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of William Law's thoughts and teachings.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' is a paperback binding, making it flexible and easy to handle.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in spirituality? A: Yes, 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' is suitable for beginners as it presents foundational concepts of spirituality and devotion in an accessible manner.
- Q: What influence did William Law have on spirituality? A: William Law is often regarded as a significant figure in post-Reformation spirituality, influencing the English Evangelical Revival through his writings, including this book.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in this book? A: The main themes include the importance of living a devout life, understanding the nature of God, and the pursuit of spiritual truth and love.
- Q: Is there any commentary included in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes an introduction by Austin Warren and Paul G. Stanwood, along with a preface by John Booty, which provide context and insights into Law's work.
- Q: Can this book be used for group study or discussions? A: Yes, 'A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life' is well-suited for group study and discussions, as it raises many thought-provoking questions about faith and spirituality.