Mystical Tradition: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
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Luke Timothy Johnson
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Each of the great three Abrahamic religious traditions holds the seeds for deep mystical contemplation. But what do most of us know about these mystics and the tradition they sustained? Explore this spiritual, literary, and intellectual heritage in these great faiths of the West as it unfolds over three millennia with these 36 enlightening, thought-provoking lectures that offer nearly unprecedented access to these seldom-studied traditions. By laying the mystical traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam side by side, Professor Johnson offers a unique opportunity to compare and contrast the many forms of religious experience in the West. Starting with the most ancient texts of the Hebrew Bible, Professor Johnson traces the emergence, growth, and persistence of mystical thought in many countries and in many ages. Bringing together the disciplines of philosophy, history, literature, and religious studies, these lectures offer a nuanced and insightful examination of Western spirituality-one that contributes not only to a fuller understanding of our religious traditions, but to our shared culture and history as well.
As you examine the mystical experience, you'll see how, again and again, Western mystics have sought the answers to a few fundamental questions: What is the nature of reality? What is the relationship between humankind and the divine? Can human beings ever attain full knowledge of creation? What emerges from exploring these potent spiritual and intellectual questions is a picture of Western mysticism as diverse, multifaceted, and ever-developing.
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- Noora
- 11-09-19
Brief overview Engaging
Generally it was a good series of lectures. Occasionally I thought his biases came through or he used a weak source.
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- romeo2u2001
- 09-05-19
A well structured presentation of mysticism
I enjoyed listening to this piece of work but it took me long to complete it. This is mainly due to the complexity of the subject, vocabulary and language that was employed. I easily switched off or lost concentration, which is essential when listening to these lectures. Nontheless, I feel that I have gained a great deal in terms of information and inspiration for further studies.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-03-22
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Great content. The lecturer has the habit of making ill timed pauses, which would be ok if not for the deesser making this breaks completly silent. Many times I thought the recording had broken off suddenly, only for the lecture to continue right away. Other than that, brilliant.
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