9780282267506 - The Religion of Time and the Religion of Eternity: Being a Study of Certain Relations Between Mediaval and Modern Thought (Classic Reprint) de Wicksteed, Philip H. (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the profound impact of medieval religious ideas on our lives today, inviting readers to delve into the concept of 'the religion of eternity', contrasting it with the 'religion of time' that dominates contemporary life. The author argues that the medieval understanding of eternity, as a realm beyond the boundaries of our linear timeline, offers a richer and more fulfilling perspective on life. The author examines the theme of 'fruition' which the medieval mystics elaborated upon, where life's true meaning is found in the experience and knowledge of love and truth, rather than in material or distant rewards. This perspective transforms our daily existence into a journey where each moment holds intrinsic value, not merely a stepping stone toward some future goal. The book encourages us to draw inspiration from the medieval saints, who sought to transcend the limitations of time and space by embracing a life in communion with God - a life of seeing as God sees. This communion, they believed, opened up a fuller realization of the universe as unified, allowing them to rejoice in its wholeness and their own harmonious place within it. Through an exploration of the works of Augustine, Dante, Aquinas, and others, this book challenges the notion that medieval religiosity was one of outward observances, revealing instead its deeply philosophical nature and its capacity to inspire a life lived with purpose, joy, and a sense of eternal interconnectedness. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.