An Introduction to Christian Mysticism – Recovering the Wildness of Spiritual Life

This brief, accessibly written volume introduces key figures, texts, and themes of the mystical tradition, showing that the mystics have much to say to contemporary Christians searching for authentic modes of spirituality. This brief, accessibly written volume introduces key figures, texts, and themes of the mystical tradition and shows how and why the mystics can speak to the church today. Jason Baxter, an expert educator and storyteller, explains that the mystical tradition offers a more robust understanding of God than our current shallow conceptions. Featuring engagement with primary sources and suitable for use in a variety of courses, this book argues that the mystics have much to say to contemporary Christians searching for authentic modes of spirituality.

• | Author: Jason M. Baxter
• | Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
• | Publication Date: Apr 27, 2021
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781540961228
• | ISBN-10: 1540961222