Meister Eckhart stands as a towering figure in Christian mysticism, renowned for his profound theological and philosophical insights. His writings delve into the intricate relationship between the divine and the human soul, characterized by intellectual rigor and evocative language. Though his ideas sparked controversy in his time, Eckhart's work has resonated through centuries, influencing countless seekers of spiritual understanding. His challenging yet rewarding prose continues to invite contemplation on the nature of existence and the divine.
The collection features the complete vernacular texts of Eckhart, offering deep personal reflections on themes like poverty of spirit and the inner birth of Christ. This revised single-volume edition includes a new introduction by a prominent Eckhart scholar, solidifying its status as the definitive resource on Eckhart’s influential contributions to Christian thought.
Composed during a critical time in the evolution of European intellectual life, the works of Meister Eckhart, a selection of which are presented in this volume, are some of the most powerful medieval attempts at synthesizing ancient Greek thought and the Christian faith.
The thought of Meister Eckhart (c. 1260-1327), Dominican philosopher and spiritual master, is among the most daring and difficult in the history of Western mysticism.Thoroughly grounded in the Scholastic method of his day and steadfastly loyal to the Church, Eckhart's love of speculation, paradox, and the apophatic way, nevertheless, resulted in the controversial condemnation of certain of his teachings by papal bull in 1329. His doctrines of detachment, the return of the soul to God, and the birth of the Son in the soul have continued to perplex his critics and nourish his disciples through the ages.This volume, based on the critical Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft edition of Eckhart's works, represents the first time that his technical Latin writings and more popular German sermons and treatises have appeared together in English.
The book offers a deep dive into the teachings of Meister Eckhart, a medieval mystic and philosopher, through a unique translation by Dietrich Braun. Readers can explore Eckhart's profound wisdom and insights, presented in a meticulously crafted edition that highlights the timeless relevance of his sermons and sayings. This work aims to illuminate Eckhart's spiritual philosophy, inviting contemplation and understanding of his mystical perspectives.
This book features a large print format and an easy-to-read layout, making it accessible for readers who prefer or require larger text. The design enhances readability, ensuring a comfortable experience for all audiences. Perfect for those who enjoy engaging content without the strain of small print, it caters to a diverse range of readers.
Here are the texts that illustrate the diversity of one of the most enigmatic and influential mystics of the Western Christian tradition. Eckhart the teacher is represented by the Commentary on Exodus and by selections from six other commentaries, including the Commentary on Wisdom 7:14, the Commentary on Ecclesiasticus 24:29, and the Commentary on John 14:8. Eckhart's ministry as a preacher was an equally important part of the man, and thus his sermons, from both the Latin and the Middle High German manuscripts, are included. What emerges is a comprehensive picture of the works of this great speculative theologian. Together with Meister Eckhart: The Essential Sermons, Commentaries and Treatises, this work form the most extensive corpus of Eckhart's writings in English.
A Guide to Sensual Prophetic Spirituality (Meditation)
This practical book leads us into a spirituality of passion that leads to compassion--coming to our senses in every meaning of the phrase.
"Mystische Schriften" stellt eine Auswahl dessen dar, was von Meister Eckhart auf uns gekommen ist. Der große theologische Lehrer zeigt sich hier ebensosehr als Erkenntnistheoretiker und Kritiker wie als Mystiker. Eckhart löst die Welt und Gott in dem auf, was er manchmal Gottheit nennt, was unaussprechbar ist, was aber jenseits von Zeit, Raum und Individualisierung und etwas Seelenhaftes ist.
Meister Eckhart: Predigten, Traktate, Sprüche Lesefreundlicher Großdruck in 16-pt-Schrift Großformat, 210 x 297 mm Berliner Ausgabe, 2019 Durchgesehener Neusatz mit einer Biographie des Autors bearbeitet und eingerichtet von Theodor Borken Die meisten deutschen Schriften Eckarts entstanden zwischen 1314 und 1323. Die Predigten wurden in Straßburg und Köln in mittelhochdeutscher Sprache gehalten und sind oft nur in Nachschriften der Hörer (mehr als 200 Handschriften) überliefert. Auch der Traktat Von der Abgeschiedenheit, die verbreitetste Schrift Eckarts, entstand wohl in dieser Zeit. Gedruckt wurde der Traktat erstmals 1670. Eine umfassende Sammlung der deutschen Schriften gab erst Franz Pfeiffer als Band 2 der Sammlung Deutsche Mystiker des 14. Jahrhunderts (Leipzig 1857) heraus. - Wiedergegeben wird eine Auswahl aus Eckarts deutschen Schriften, die Gustav Landauer 1902 zusammenstellte und übersetzte. Textteile, die Landauer der Vorsicht Eckharts oder dem Mißverständnis eines Schreibers zuschrieb, sind in eckige Klammern gesetzt. Textgrundlage ist die Ausgabe: Meister Eckharts mystische Schriften. Übertragen von Gustav Landauer, Berlin: Karl Schnabel,1903. Umschlaggestaltung von Thomas Schultz-Overhage unter Verwendung des Bildes: Jakob Jordaens: Die Jünger im Jesusgrab, um 1625. Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 16 pt. Henricus Edition Deutsche Klassik UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
