Famous Mystics - Arthur Edward Waite - Bog

Famous Mystics: Louis Claude de St. Martin, Jacob Boehme, and Emanuel Swedenborg is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. The book is a comprehensive study of the lives and teachings of three famous mystics - Louis Claude de St. Martin, Jacob Boehme, and Emanuel Swedenborg. The book explores the spiritual beliefs and practices of these mystics, and how their ideas have influenced the development of Western esotericism. Waite delves into the biographies of each of these mystics, examining their background, education, and spiritual experiences. The first section of the book focuses on Louis Claude de St. Martin, a French mystic who lived in the 18th century. Waite examines St. Martin's teachings on the nature of God, the universe, and the human soul. The second section of the book is dedicated to Jacob Boehme, a German mystic who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. Waite explores Boehme's ideas on the relationship between God and the world, as well as his views on the nature of evil and the role of the human soul in the divine plan. The final section of the book focuses on Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish mystic who lived in the 18th century. Waite examines Swedenborg's teachings on the spiritual world, the afterlife, and the nature of God. Overall, Famous Mystics: Louis Claude de St. Martin, Jacob Boehme, and Emanuel Swedenborg is a fascinating exploration of the lives and teachings of three influential mystics. Waite's insightful analysis provides readers with a deeper understanding of the development of Western esotericism and the role of mysticism in shaping our understanding of the spiritual world.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.