Among Anglo-American philosophers, interest in mysticism has typically been limited to the question of whether or not mystical and religious experi ences provide evidence for, or knowledge of, the existence and nature of God. Most authors conclude that they do not, because such experiences lack certain qualities needed in order to be counted as cognitive. In this study I examine some current philosophical opinions about mysticism and objec tions to its epistemic significance in the context of a detailed study of the writings of a single mystical author, the Spanish Carmelite Saint John of the...
Among Anglo-American philosophers, interest in mysticism has typically been limited to the question of whether or not mystical and religious experi en...
Eight hundred years ago, Albert of Jerusalem gave the hermit-penitents of Mount Carmel a way of life to follow. Since then, this rule has inspired and formed mystics and scholars, men and women, lay and ordained to seek the living God. In The Carmelite Tradition Steven Payne, OCD, brings together representative voices to demonstrate the richness and depth of Carmelite spirituality. As he writes, Carmelite spirituality seeks nothing more nor less than to 'stand before the face of the living God' and prophesy with Elijah, to 'hear the word of God and keep it' with Mary, to grow in...
Eight hundred years ago, Albert of Jerusalem gave the hermit-penitents of Mount Carmel a way of life to follow. Since then, this rule has inspired ...
Zachary Miller is one of the most powerful people in the world. He just doesn't know it yet. Instead of reaching his potential, Zach chooses to squander his natural abilities by cheating casinos out of their money. But after a surprise visit from a friend, Zach's world is flipped upside down. Faced with nightmares made real, will Zach be able to push himself in order to save his friends or will failure follow him the rest of his short life?
Zachary Miller is one of the most powerful people in the world. He just doesn't know it yet. Instead of reaching his potential, Zach chooses to squand...
