Studies in Jacob Boehme (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169352636)

The book ""Studies in Jacob Boehme"" by A.J. Penny is a comprehensive exploration of the life and work of the German mystic Jacob Boehme. The book provides an in-depth analysis of Boehme's writings, including his philosophy, theology, and mystical experiences. The author examines the historical context of Boehme's life and work, as well as the influence of his ideas on later thinkers and movements. The book also includes a detailed bibliography of Boehme's works and a glossary of terms. Overall, ""Studies in Jacob Boehme"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of mysticism and the development of religious thought in Europe.This book is acknowledged to be the definitive source work on Boehme and very essential for understanding his writings. Contents: Who was Jacob Boehme; Jacob Boehme's Writings; Why are Jacob Boehme's Writings Not Studied? Boehme and Swedenborg; Power of Imagination; Experiences in Open Vision; Emanations of the World-Soul; Communicating Spirits; World-Soul; Doctrine of vicarious Suffering; Deity Anterior to Creation; On Influx; Who are Our Spiritual Enemies? Natural Objects Existent; Second Advent; Uses of Pain and Evil; Martensen's ""Jacob Boehme""; Duration of Evil; Reincarnation; Ready-Made Clothes; Eternal Bodies; Buried Treasures; Creation by the Word; Imagination and Fantasy; Alchymistical Philosophers; Boehme and the ""Secret Doctrine""; Atmospheres; Jesus and the Christ; Unconscious Creation; Spiritual Evolution; Illusions in Life's Trance; Form; The Advantages of Christianity; Boehme and Rama Prasad; Planetary Influence; Resurrection Bodies; The Image.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: A. J. Penny
ISBN-10: 1169352634
ISBN-13: 9781169352636
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 504
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.39lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 1.06d