Publisher's Synopsis
The Plain Path to Christian Perfection is a book written by Johannes Tauler, a German mystic and theologian from the 14th century. The book is a collection of sermons that Tauler delivered to his congregation in Strasbourg, France, and is considered one of the most important works of Christian mysticism.The sermons in the book are focused on the idea of Christian perfection, which Tauler defines as the process of becoming more like Christ through a life of prayer, meditation, and self-discipline. Tauler emphasizes the importance of humility, detachment from worldly things, and a deepening relationship with God in order to achieve this perfection.Throughout the book, Tauler draws on the teachings of the Bible and the writings of other Christian mystics, such as Meister Eckhart and John Ruysbroeck, to support his ideas. He also uses examples from his own life and the lives of his congregation to illustrate his points.Overall, The Plain Path to Christian Perfection is a profound and insightful work that continues to be read and studied by Christians around the world. Its message of humility, self-discipline, and devotion to God remains relevant and inspiring to this day.1772. This treatise show that we are to seek for reconciliation and union with God, solely by renouncing ourselves, denying the world and following our blessed Savior in the regeneration. The treatise here presented is an extract, originally written in German, and since translated into French. The author had the amendment of the hearts of his readers in view; and the divine unction which attends his writings, will make it acceptable and profitable to the awakened, unprejudiced inquirers of every religious denomination. Written in Old English.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.