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An Introduction to Christian Mysticism: Recovering the Wildness of Spiritual Life

Jason M. Baxter

This brief, accessibly written volume introduces key figures, texts, and themes of the mystical tradition and shows how and why the mystics can speak to the church today. Jason Baxter, an expert educator and storyteller, explains that the mystical tradition offers a more robust understanding of God than our current shallow conceptions. Featuring engagement with primary sources and suitable for use in a variety of courses, this book argues that the mystics have much to say to contemporary Christians searching for authentic modes of spirituality.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Baker Academic
  • Publish Date: Mar 16th, 2021
  • Pages: 208
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.40in - 5.50in - 0.60in - 0.70lb
  • EAN: 9781540961228
  • Categories: SpiritualityMysticismChristianity - History

About the Author

Baxter, Jason M.: - Jason M. Baxter (PhD, University of Notre Dame), an expert in medieval Catholic thought, is director of the Center for Beauty and Culture at Benedictine College. He previously served as visiting associate professor at Notre Dame University and taught at Wyoming Catholic College. He speaks at universities across the country and is the author of several books, including A Beginner's Guide to Dante's "Divine Comedy." Visit his website at JasonMBaxter.com.