The Mystical Theology Of St. Bernard (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436700245)

The Mystical Theology of St. Bernard is a book written by Etienne Gilson that explores the mystical writings of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, a prominent figure in medieval Christianity. The book delves into Bernard's theology, which emphasizes the importance of contemplation and the mystical experience of God. Gilson examines Bernard's teachings on the nature of God, the relationship between the soul and God, and the role of the church in facilitating spiritual growth. The book also explores Bernard's impact on later Christian mystics, including St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila. Overall, The Mystical Theology of St. Bernard provides a comprehensive analysis of one of the most influential theologians of the Middle Ages and his contributions to Christian 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: Etienne Gilson
ISBN-10: 1436700248
ISBN-13: 9781436700245
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 276
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d