Description
Lanzetta illuminates the transformative potential of theclassical tradition of women mystics, especially in lightof contemporary violence against women around the world.
Focusing on the contemplative process as women's journeyfrom oppression to liberation, Lanzetta draws especially onthe mysticism of Julian of Norwich and Teresa of Avila. Shelays out the contemplative techniques used by mystics toachieve their highest spiritual potential and also investigateshow unjust social and political conditions afflict women'ssouls.
Lanzetta identifies a specific historical female mystical path(the via feminina) and draws contemporary conclusions forhow women might understand their bodies, their rights, andtheir ethics.
Author: Beverly J. Lanzetta
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Published: 04/01/2005
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.07w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9780800636982
ISBN10: 0800636988
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Spirituality
- Religion | Mysticism
- Social Science | Women's Studies
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