Sunrise to Eternity: A Study in Jacob Boehme's Life and Thought (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425485733)

Sunrise To Eternity: A Study In Jacob Boehme's Life And Thought is a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophies of Jacob Boehme, a German Christian mystic and theologian from the 16th century. The book is written by John Joseph Stoudt, a scholar of Boehme's works and a professor of religion.The book begins with a detailed biography of Boehme, tracing his life from his humble beginnings as a shoemaker to his eventual recognition as a spiritual leader and writer. Stoudt then delves into Boehme's philosophical and theological beliefs, exploring his ideas about the nature of God, the universe, and the human soul.Throughout the book, Stoudt draws on Boehme's writings and teachings to provide a deep understanding of his thought and its significance in the context of Christian mysticism. He also examines the impact of Boehme's ideas on later theologians and mystics, including the likes of William Blake and Ralph Waldo Emerson.Sunrise To Eternity is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian mysticism and the life and work of Jacob Boehme. It offers a detailed and insightful analysis of Boehme's ideas and their relevance to contemporary spirituality.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: John Joseph Stoudt
ISBN-10: 1425485731
ISBN-13: 9781425485733
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/03/2006
Pages: 328
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d