What is Christian Mysticism?

Join me as I turn to explore Christian mysticism as we delve into the fascinating treasures of this tradition. From ancient practices, mystical experiences, and profound wisdom that have shaped the lives of countless of people throughout history. Support Let’s Talk Religion on Patreon: Or through a one-time donation: Also check out the Let’s Talk Religion Podcast: Music by: Filip Holm Johannes Bornlöf Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen Most of my music can be found here: Filip Holm: Zini: Sources/Recomended Reading: Gendle, Nicholas (translated by) (1982). “Gregory Palamas: The Triads“. In the “Classics of Western Spirituality Series“. Paulist Press. Greer, Rowan A. (1979). “Origen: Selected Writings“. Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press. Hart, Columba (translated by) (1980). “Hadewijch: Complete Works“. Classics of Western Spirituality Series. Paulist Press. Laird, Martin (2004). “Gregory of Nyssa and the grasp of faith: union, knowledge and divine presence“. Oxford University Press. Lossky, Vladimir (1944). “The Mystical Theology of the Eastern Church“. James Clarke & Co. Luibheid, Colm (Translated by) (1987). “Pseudo-Dionysius: The Complete Works“. Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press International. McGinn, Bernard. “The Presence of God“ Series, in several volumes. Perhaps the best and most comprehensive introduction to Christian mysticism. Published by Crossroad Publishing Co. McGinn, Bernard (2001). “The Mystical Thought of Meister Eckhart: The Man From Whom God Hid Nothing“. Crossroad Publishing Co. “Meister Eckhart: The Essential Sermons, Commentaries, Treatises and Defense“. Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press. “Meister Eckhart: Teacher and Preacher“. Classics of Western Spirituality Series. Paulist Press. Tobin, Frank (translated by) (1997). “Mechthild of Magdeburg: The Flowing Light of the Godhead“. Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press. Walshe, Maurice O.C. (translated by) (2010). “The Complete Mystical Works of Meister Eckhart“. Crossroad Publishing Company. Ware, Timothy (2015). “The Orthodox Church: An introduction to Eastern Christianity“. New Edition. Penguin Books. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:49 What is ’Mysticism’? 06:56 Mysticism before Christianity 08:02 Mysticism in early Christianity: Contemplation & Theosis 14:28 Pseudo-Dionysius & Mystical Theology 18:30 The Great Schism: Catholicism vs. Orthodoxy? 19:26 Hesychasm 20:08 High Middle Ages & Monastic Orders 21:55 Hildegard of Bingen 23:06 The Beguines (Mechtild, Hadewijch) 26:17 Love & Union with God 28:45 Marguerite Porete & The Mirror of Simple Souls 31:09 Bernard of Clairvaux & Symeon the New Theologian 33:14 Mystical Practice (Hesychasm, Cloud of Unknowing) 37:30 Mystical Philosophy: Meister Eckhart 45:56 Gregory Palamas 48:47 Later Mystics 50:37 Protestant Mysticism? 53:37 Mysticism today & Conclusions #christianity #mysticism #religion