Light, Life, and Love: Selections from the German Mystics of the Middle Ages

Name: Light, Life, and Love: Selections from the German Mystics of the Middle Ages
Author: William Ralph Inge

By William Ralph Inge

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An anthology gathers translated selections from medieval German mystics, including Meister Eckhart, Johannes Tauler, Henry Suso, and Jan van Ruusbroec, alongside the Theologia Germanica and meditations on the Seven Words from the Cross, with an introductory essay situating the movement historically. The selections explore inward paths to God, emphasizing silence, detachment from created comforts, the ineffability of the Divine, and the inner spark or soul's light where union and grace are experienced. Passages alternate doctrinal reflection, aphoristic insight, and devotional meditation, tracing themes of self-emptying, mystical union, and the spiritual discipline required to move from creaturely dependence to divine rest.

About the Author

William Ralph Inge

William Ralph Inge was an English author and theologian, known for his contributions to Christian mysticism and his insightful essays on spirituality and society. He served as the Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral and was a prominent figure in the early 20th century religious discourse. Inge's notable works include "Christian Mysticism," which explores the depths of mystical experience within Christianity, and "Outspoken Essays," where he addresses contemporary issues with candor and depth. His lectures, such as "The Victorian Age: The Rede Lecture for 1922," reflect his engagement with the cultural and moral questions of his time, making him a significant voice in the landscape of Victorian and early modern thought.