Christian Mysticism

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Christian Mysticism

by William Ralph Inge

EN·~11 hours·23 chapters

Chapters

23 total
1

CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM

2:58
2

PREFACE

12:11
3

FOOTNOTES:

0:34
4

LECTURE

0:38
5

INDEX - LECTURE I

0:55
6

OLD POET. - GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF MYSTICISM

48:15
7

FOOTNOTES:

16:24
8

LECTURE II

0:07
9

CLEMENT OF ALEXANDRIA.

0:15
10

HENRY MORE.

0:27

Description

The book presents a series of eight university lectures that trace the evolution of Christian mysticism from its earliest roots to the modern era. Intended as an apologetic contribution, the author links the history of mystical thought with scriptural and creedal foundations, introducing key figures such as the desert fathers and later reformers.

Rather than a dry chronology, the lecturer adopts a philosophical lens, comparing ancient speculative traditions with modern ideas. He shares his own intellectual quest for a system that satisfies both mind and conscience, inviting listeners to follow a comparable path of reflection. The narrative balances scholarly detail with personal sincerity, keeping the material approachable for students and lay readers.

The tone is clear and measured, avoiding sensationalism while preserving depth. By the end of the first act listeners will have a solid grounding in the central concepts and an appreciation of why mysticism remains vital to Christian faith. This makes the work a useful starting point for anyone interested in the crossroads of theology, history, and spiritual practice.

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Language

en

Duration

~11 hours (669K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-01-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

William Ralph Inge

William Ralph Inge

1860–1954

Best known as the "Gloomy Dean," this sharp-minded Anglican writer mixed theology, philosophy, and social criticism with a gift for memorable prose. His work ranges from Christian mysticism and Platonism to essays that made him one of the best-known churchmen of his day.

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