Radical Wisdom (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780800636982)

Lanzetta illuminates the transformative potential of the classical tradition of women mystics, especially in light of contemporary violence against women around the world. Focusing on the contemplative process as women's journey from oppression to liberation, Lanzetta draws especially on the mysticism of Julian of Norwich and Teresa of Avila. She lays out the contemplative techniques used by mystics to achieve their highest spiritual potential and also investigates how unjust social and political conditions afflict women's souls. Lanzetta identifies a specific historical female mystical path (the via feminina) and draws contemporary conclusions for how women might understand their bodies, their rights, and their ethics.

Author: Beverly J. Lanzetta
ISBN-10: 0800636988
ISBN-13: 9780800636982
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2005
Pages: 272
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.07w x 0.60d

Review Citation(s):
Christian Century 09/20/2005 pg. 43