Studies in Jacob Boehme

von A. J. Penny

504 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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""Studies in Jacob Boehme"" by A.J. Penny is a comprehensive analysis of the life, philosophy, and works of the German mystic Jacob Boehme. The book delves into Boehme's mystical experiences, his views on God, the nature of the universe, and the role of humanity in the cosmic scheme of things. It also explores Boehme's influence on later thinkers and movements, such as theosophy, German idealism, and the Romantic movement. The author draws on a range of sources, including Boehme's own writings, contemporary accounts, and secondary literature, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrait of this enigmatic figure. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of mysticism, philosophy, and spirituality.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.

• Themen: Philosophie und Religion Religion und Glaube Christentum Christliche Kirchen, Konfessionen, Gruppen Protestantismus, evangelische und protestantische Kirchen
• ISBN: 9781564592903
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 04.11.1992
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC