Joachim Of Flora - Emile Gebhart - Bog

The book ""Joachim of Flora"" by Emile Gebhart is a comprehensive biography of Joachim of Fiore, a medieval Italian theologian and mystic who lived in the 12th century. The book explores Joachim's life, his teachings, and his impact on the religious and intellectual landscape of his time. Gebhart delves into Joachim's early life as a monk and his eventual rise to prominence as a spiritual leader and visionary. He examines Joachim's unique interpretation of the Bible, which emphasized the importance of the Holy Spirit and the coming of a new age of spiritual enlightenment. The book also explores Joachim's influence on other religious figures of his time, including St. Francis of Assisi and the Franciscan order. Gebhart examines Joachim's legacy and the impact of his teachings on later religious movements, such as the Protestant Reformation.Overall, ""Joachim of Flora"" is a fascinating look at a little-known figure in medieval history and his contributions to religious thought and spirituality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the development of religious ideas.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystics and Heretics in Italy at the End of the Middle Ages, by Emile Gebhart. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103714.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.