St. Augustine, The Passionate Seeker After God And Mystic (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425472559)

St. Augustine, The Passionate Seeker After God And Mystic is a book written by J.J. Van Der Leeuw that explores the life and beliefs of Saint Augustine, one of the most influential figures in Christian history. The book delves into Augustine's personal journey of faith, from his early years as a pagan to his eventual conversion to Christianity and his subsequent rise as a prominent theologian and bishop.Van Der Leeuw examines Augustine's writings and teachings, including his famous Confessions, to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of his spiritual philosophy. The book also explores Augustine's mystical experiences, particularly his encounters with God and his reflections on the nature of the divine.Throughout the book, Van Der Leeuw provides context and historical background to Augustine's life and work, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. St. Augustine, The Passionate Seeker After God And Mystic is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of one of Christianity's most important figures, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Christian spirituality.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Dramatic History of the Christian Faith from the Beginnings to the Death of St. Augustine, by J. J. Van Der Leeuw. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766190641.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: J. J. Van Der Leeuw
ISBN-10: 1425472559
ISBN-13: 9781425472559
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d