Publisher's Synopsis
The Way of Divine Union is a spiritual guidebook written by Arthur Edward Waite. This book explores the concept of divine union, which is the idea that humans can achieve a state of oneness with the divine through spiritual practices and devotion. Waite draws on a variety of religious and mystical traditions to offer insights and guidance on how to attain this state of unity with the divine. He covers topics such as meditation, prayer, contemplation, and the importance of living a virtuous life. The book is written in a clear and accessible style and provides practical advice for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and experience a closer connection with the divine. Overall, The Way of Divine Union is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the mystical dimensions of spirituality.1905. Being a Doctrine of Experience in the Life of Sanctity, Considered on the Faith of its Testimonies and Interpreted after a New Manner. �������The design of this study, which takes all Christian Mysticism as its province, is to restate the philosophy of life and mind from a mystical point of departure in the light of existing needs, and to indicate that the Way of Divine Life and Union is a way which can be followed and its end attained in this present age of the world. This volume may be regarded as the crown and summary of the author's life-long studies and personal experience in the paths of mysticism.������� Contents: Title of the Quest; Concerning Ineffable Experience; Extent and Limits of Attainment in Christian Mysticism of the Latin Schools; Derivations and Reflections of the Mystical Term in Post-Reformation Schools; Concerning Union and identity; Analogies and Distinctions of Attainment in Records of Eastern Mysticism; Path in Christian Mysticism; Symbolism of the Christ-Life in the Soul; Symbolism of the Mystical Marriage; Of Soul and Spirit in Man; Mystical Experiment Considered in the Light of Consciousness; Reordination of Life and Mind; Mystical State in the World; Sacramentalism of our Inward Nature; Of Saving Grace in the Churches; Way of Attainment.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.