Studies in the Psychology of the Mystics - Hardcover

by Joseph Marechal (Author)

Studies in the Psychology of the Mystics is a book written by Joseph Marechal that delves into the mystical experiences of various religious figures. The book explores the psychological aspects of these experiences and attempts to understand them from a scientific perspective. Marechal examines the lives and writings of mystics such as St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and Meister Eckhart, among others. He analyzes the ways in which these individuals experienced divine presence and how they interpreted and communicated these experiences to others. Marechal also discusses the role of meditation, prayer, and other spiritual practices in the mystical experience. Overall, Studies in the Psychology of the Mystics offers a unique and insightful look into the inner workings of the human mind and its relationship with the divine.1927. Contents: Empirical Science and Religious Psychology; On the Feeling of Presence in Mystics and Non-Mystics; Some Distinctive Features of Christian Mysticism; Professor Leuba as a Psychologist of Mysticism; Problem of Mystical Grace in Islam; Reflections on the Comparative Study of Mysticism.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.