Romanic Mysticism

By Woodbridge Riley

Book Overview

Romanic Mysticism is a book written by Riley Woodbridge that delves into the world of mysticism in the Romanic era. The book explores the various forms of mysticism that were prevalent in the Romanic period, such as Christian mysticism, Jewish mysticism, and Islamic mysticism. The author also examines the role of mysticism in the lives of prominent figures of the time, including Saint Francis of Assisi and Hildegard of Bingen. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the key themes and ideas that were central to Romanic mysticism, such as the search for spiritual enlightenment, the importance of religious experience, and the relationship between the natural world and the divine. The author also discusses the impact that Romanic mysticism had on later mystical traditions, such as the Renaissance and the Enlightenment.Overall, Romanic Mysticism is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the mystical traditions that flourished during the Romanic era. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mysticism, spirituality, and religion.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Meaning of Mysticism, by Woodbridge Riley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766150747.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425457843
• ISBN13: 9781425457846
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"