The Mystical Space of Carmel by K Waaijman

The Mystical Space of Carmel by K Waaijman

Mount Carmel, viewed as a holy place by Jews, Christians and Muslims, is where the prophet Elijah is venerated. For many centuries hermits have followed his example and monks regard him as their Father. During the crusades, around 1200 A.D., a small group of hermits settled around the spring of Elijah to lead a contemplative life there in silence and solitude. To the first Carmelites this geographic location was a mystical space in which to live in the presence of God alone. Albert, patriarch of Jerusalem, gave them a life rule (1206-1214) which, at the time of their expulsion by the Saracens in 1247, was adapted to new circumstances by pope Innocent IV. In consequence, the mystical space of Carmel with its contemplative life is experienced wherever they are given a place and God calls them. The commentary presents the Carmel as a spiritual model which is ideally suited as accompaniment on the spiritual journey of all who know themselves called to a life in God's presence in the desert of their life.

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ISBN 13	9789042907737
ISBN 10	9042907738
Title	The Mystical Space of Carmel
Author	K Waaijman
Series	Fiery Arrow
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Peeters Publishers
Year published	1999-10-01
Number of pages	279
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