The Mystics of Spain
The Mystics of Spain

Author: E Allison (Edgar Allison) 18 Peers

Publisher: Hassell Street Press

Published: 2021-09-09

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781014891976

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The Spanish Mystics: Ecstasy and Communion with Peter Tyler
The Spanish Mystics: Ecstasy and Communion with Peter Tyler

Author: Peter Tyler

Publisher: Wise Studies

Published: 2020-03-28

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13:

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In these four talks, Peter Tyler explores the factors that contributed to the rise of mystical writing in 16th Century Spain. He traces the particular history of the Peninsula that shaped the milieu within which mysticism flourished at this time. One of the most popular and approachable Christian saints of all time, St Teresa of Avila (1515 – 1582) is justly celebrated as one of the key writers in the Christian mystical tradition. Yet her popularity belies the struggles she had to overcome in her own lifetime, to have her mystical approaches accepted by the wider church. Peter looks at how her life and struggles influenced her mystical teaching, especially as found in The Book of the Life and The Interior Castle. Peter explores the author of the ‘Dark Night of the Soul’, St John of the Cross’s (1542 – 1591). His teachings on the spiritual life are remarkably light and beautiful. Peter places John’s life and teaching within the context of 16thCentury Spain and explores questions such as: ‘How can God be known in this life?’ and ‘How far does knowledge of God lead to annihilation of the individual personality?’

The Mystics of Spain
The Mystics of Spain

Author: E. Allison Peers

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-11-29

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 1000483762

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Originally published in 1951, this volume gives a general survey of the Golden Age of Spanish mysticism, following this with translations of extracts from 15 leading authors in this field. The selections from each author are preceded by details of editions and studies, thereby making this not only an authoritative study on the treasures of Spanish mysticism but also a valuable anthology and starting point for further reading.

Approaches to Teaching Teresa of Ávila and the Spanish Mystics
Approaches to Teaching Teresa of Ávila and the Spanish Mystics

Author: Alison Weber

Publisher: Modern Language Association of America

Published: 2009-01-01

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9781603290234

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The writings of Teresa of Ávila and the Spanish mystics, most notably John of the Cross and Luis de León, aroused passionate responses when they were composed. Though today's students realize that religious beliefs have wide-ranging consequences, they are presented with particular challenges in studying the Spanish mystics because of their unfamiliarity with the linguistic, social, and religious history of early modern Spain. This volume is designed to help instructors elicit students' curiosity, sympathy, and appreciation for writings that can at first seem alien or confusing. Part 1, "Materials," recommends accessible editions and translations; print, electronic, and visual resources; background and critical studies; and sources on the philosophical and theological responses to the Spanish mystics. Part 2, "Approaches," presents methods for teaching the historical contexts of and various theoretical perspectives on the mystics' works. Contributors consider these authors in relation to Islamic and Jewish mysticism, the traditions of women's writing, feminism, theology, and autobiography. They also recommend ways to teach particular texts in different kinds of courses and institutions.

Heresy and Mysticism in Sixteenth-century Spain
Heresy and Mysticism in Sixteenth-century Spain

Author: Alastair Hamilton

Publisher: James Clarke Company

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13:

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The various groups known as alumbrados which arose in Spain during the sixteenth century, though different from another, were regarded at the time as parts of a single heresy, which originated in the Iberian peninsula each time it was detected. In fact the members of the movements held beliefs which could also be found in other parts of Europe.

Flame of Love
Flame of Love

Author: St. John of the Cross

Publisher: Saint Pauls/Alba House

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780818909771

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St. John of the Cross (1542-1591) is regarded as one of the greatest poets of the Spanish language and among the greatest mystical poets of any language. Drawn to the contemplative life, he joined St. Teresa of Avila in her reform of the discalced Carmelites. John considered his poetry to be the most authentic expression of his theology and his ineffable mystical experience. St. Teresa of Avila (1515-1582) is famous for her extraordinary accomplishments in the reform of the Carmelite order and the founding of new monasteries, for her prose writings on the spiritual life, prayer and contemplation, and for her extraordinary sanctity. Her poetry has not received the same acclaim and attention as John's. But like him, she used poetry as a way of expressing the ineffable - the divine flame of love which consumed her. In preparing these translations, the primary emphasis has been placed on accurately preserving the meaning of the original poems, while retaining their rhyming schemes and utilizing meters as close to the original as possible. Each page of English translation faces the original Spanish text of the poems. Book jacket.