Dionysius The Areopagite: The Mystical Theology And The Celestial Hierarchies (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161591965)

Dionysius The Areopagite: The Mystical Theology And The Celestial Hierarchies is a book written by Dionysius the Areopagite, a Christian theologian and philosopher from the 5th century. The book is a collection of writings that explore the nature of God, the universe, and the relationship between the two. The first part of the book, The Mystical Theology, delves into the concept of God and the ways in which humans can experience and understand the divine. Dionysius discusses the limitations of language and human understanding when it comes to describing God, and suggests that true knowledge of God can only be attained through mystical experiences and direct communion with the divine. The second part of the book, The Celestial Hierarchies, explores the hierarchy of angels and their roles in the universe. Dionysius describes nine orders of angels, each with their own unique characteristics and responsibilities, and discusses how they work together to maintain the order and harmony of the universe. Overall, Dionysius The Areopagite: The Mystical Theology And The Celestial Hierarchies is a profound and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of God, the universe, and the spiritual realm. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Christian theology, philosophy, and mysticism.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.

Author: Dionysius the Areopagite
ISBN-10: 1161591966
ISBN-13: 9781161591965
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 76
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d