Publisher's Synopsis
Introduction to Comparative Mysticism by Jacques De Marquette is a comprehensive and informative book that explores the mystical traditions of various religions and compares them to each other. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the definition of mysticism and its role in different religious traditions. The second part delves into the mystical experiences of different mystics from various religions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism. The third part of the book offers a comparative analysis of these mystical experiences and seeks to draw commonalities and differences between them.The author provides a clear and concise overview of each religion's mystical practices and beliefs, making the book accessible to readers with little or no prior knowledge of these traditions. The book also includes several case studies and examples of mystics from each religion, which adds depth and richness to the text. Additionally, the author offers critical insights into the challenges and limitations of comparative mysticism, which helps readers understand the complexities of this field of study.Overall, Introduction to Comparative Mysticism is an excellent resource for anyone interested in exploring the mystical traditions of different religions and understanding the similarities and differences between them. It is a must-read for students of religion, philosophy, and spirituality, as well as anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the mystical dimensions of human experience.Lectures Given At The Lowell Institute Of Boston In 1944. Comparatively Considers Indian, Buddhist Greek, Hebrew, Christian And Islamic Mystical Traditions.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.
