Introduction to Christian Mysticism
Harvey D. Egan
Join one of the world’s leading experts on Christian mysticism in his masterpiece audio course. These 12 inspiring audio lectures will captivate your mind and stir your spirit.
The mystics show us the deepest recesses of the human spirit. Now, this remarkable series gives you the rare opportunity to take one of the world's leading experts on mysticism as your personal guide. Boston College's Fr. Harvey Egan draws on 50 years of teaching the Christian mystics. Brilliantly taught, his lectures are filled with faithful insights.
Under his guidance, you will explore the mystical life by focusing upon 11 significant figures. You will begin with Ignatius of Loyola and his finding of God in all things before looking at the "apophatic" mysticism of the Cloud of Unknowing. Next, you will explore the classical mysticisms of Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, and Catherine of Siena, whom many consider to be the apex of the mystical tradition. You will also encounter the visionary mysticism of Julian of Norwich.
You will discover the captivating mysticism of Francis de Sales, Angela of Foligno, and Karl Rahner. Finally, after considering Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's cosmic mysticism, you will be moved by Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
Let the great mystics of our tradition speak to you today.
This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a PDF study guide.
Duration - 4h 55m.
Author - Harvey D. Egan.
Narrator - Harvey D. Egan.
Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Location:
United States
Description:
Join one of the world’s leading experts on Christian mysticism in his masterpiece audio course. These 12 inspiring audio lectures will captivate your mind and stir your spirit. The mystics show us the deepest recesses of the human spirit. Now, this remarkable series gives you the rare opportunity to take one of the world's leading experts on mysticism as your personal guide. Boston College's Fr. Harvey Egan draws on 50 years of teaching the Christian mystics. Brilliantly taught, his lectures are filled with faithful insights. Under his guidance, you will explore the mystical life by focusing upon 11 significant figures. You will begin with Ignatius of Loyola and his finding of God in all things before looking at the "apophatic" mysticism of the Cloud of Unknowing. Next, you will explore the classical mysticisms of Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, and Catherine of Siena, whom many consider to be the apex of the mystical tradition. You will also encounter the visionary mysticism of Julian of Norwich. You will discover the captivating mysticism of Francis de Sales, Angela of Foligno, and Karl Rahner. Finally, after considering Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's cosmic mysticism, you will be moved by Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Let the great mystics of our tradition speak to you today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a PDF study guide. Duration - 4h 55m. Author - Harvey D. Egan. Narrator - Harvey D. Egan. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:02:00
Lecture 1: Introduction
Duration:00:24:08
Lecture 2: Ignatius of Loyola
Duration:00:23:31
Lecture 3: The Anonymous Author of The Cloud of Unknowing
Duration:00:23:28
Lecture 4: Teresa of Ávila
Duration:00:25:00
Lecture 5: John of the Cross
Duration:00:24:19
Lecture 6: Julian of Norwich
Duration:00:23:32
Lecture 7: Angela of Foligno
Duration:00:24:50
Lecture 8: Francis de Sales
Duration:00:24:35
Lecture 9: Catherine of Siena
Duration:00:24:17
Lecture 10: Karl Rahner
Duration:00:24:32
Lecture 11: Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Duration:00:25:06
Lecture 12: Mother Teresa
Duration:00:25:37
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:26