The New Big Book of Christian Mystici..., Carl McColman
The New Big Book of Christian Mystici..., Carl McColman
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The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism
An Essential Guide to Contemplative Spirituality

Author: Carl McColman

Narrator: Rick Adamson

Unabridged: 16 hr 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/22/2023

Synopsis

This revised and expanded edition offers a big possibility: the hope of achieving real, experiential union with God.

"The Christian of the future will be a mystic—or will not exist." This word of warning from theologian Karl Rahner was uttered half a century ago, and today, Christianity is indeed in crisis. Is mysticism necessary for the survival of Christianity? What exactly is Christian mysticism? How can it be relevant in our crisis-ridden world? Questions like these inspire The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism, a newly updated edition from beloved spiritual teacher and bestselling author Carl McColman.

The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism serves as both introduction and practical instruction for a living contemplative practice today. In addition to the overview of mysticism, spiritual and prayer practices in mysticism, the various types of mysticism in Christian tradition, and influential mystics through the millennia, this second edition offers an embodied understanding of the mystic life with a more diverse range of voices and perspectives, from Howard Thurman to Pauli Murray. It also includes new chapters and themes that address embodied mysticism, contemplation and social justice, and the ongoing relevance of Jesus's message of radical equality and inclusivity.

About Carl McColman

Carl McColman is a contemplative writer, storyteller, podcaster, and spiritual director. He is a life-professed member of a Lay Cistercian community under the spiritual guidance of Trappist monks. He is the author of numerous books, including The Big Book of Christian Mysticism, and regularly speaks and leads retreats on topics related to Christian mysticism, Celtic spirituality, and interfaith dialogue. Carl and his wife, artist Fran McColman, live near Atlanta, Georgia.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mike on September 04, 2023

Just over a month ago, I was sent a copy of Carl McColman's new book to review in time for it's recent launch. I was delighted to make my way through this volume, use it as a resource to check-in and clarify my own Christian Contemplative spirituality and settle into what I believe is the growing ed......more

Goodreads review by Michael on September 06, 2023

Carl McColman has once again done an excellent job of guiding readers through the complexities and history of the Christian mystical tradition. One of the things that I appreciate about Carl’s writing is the way he approaches the history and topics in an open and non-judgmental way. While he makes i......more

Goodreads review by Kathe on August 29, 2023

Very highly recommend!! McColman takes us on a sweeping journey through mysticism in his latest book. First he leads us up to the mountain top revealing a multidimensional landscape of all things mysticism and contemplation: delving into what mysticism is; its importance in spiritual life; its roots......more

Goodreads review by Kelly C Elliott on November 27, 2023

I read Carl McColman's original Big Book of Christian Mysticism about 6 years ago, and really enjoyed it. It's an excellent resource with a wealth of information on Christianity and Mysticism. The topic is very broad and he does a good job of addressing basic christian theology and mysticism. This u......more

Goodreads review by Sara on May 07, 2024

If I could I would give this book 3.5 stars. It covers so much ground that it’s almost too much ground, and uses more words than necessary to say what the author was trying to say. I love the content and ideas, but it was a heavy mental lift to digest, even while reading it slowly.......more

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