Mystical Theology by Mark A Mcintosh

Mystical Theology by Mark A Mcintosh

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Summary

Offers an understanding of the inner integrity of mystical consciousness and theological expression. This book tests the possibility of renewed conversation between spirituality and theology by drawing on spiritual traditions to re-think problems in Trinitarian thought, christology, and the understanding of the self.

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Mystical Theology by Mark A Mcintosh

As a result of the isolation of doctrinal theology from its roots in Christian spiritual life, the relationship between spirituality and theology is often perceived to be ambiguous and uneasy.
"McIntosh offers a fruitful avenue for overcoming the split between theology and spirituality that has emerged in contemporary ChristianityHis mastery of the history of mystical theology is insightful and impressive. His hermeneutical strategy, developed both in its theoretical and practical dimensions, makes a major contribution to the recent study of mysticism." Bernard McGinn, University of Chicago


"Mystical Theology is one of the most sustained, systematic and impressive attempts at uniting spirituality and dogma, and demonstrating the necessity of this union, that I have encountered." Brian Horne, Kings College London

"The book is a sound exploration of the Christian mystical tradition. The strength of McIntosh's work is its attention to the postmodern question of the other, both human and divine. In short, McIntosh aptly shows that the mystical tradition, which has received comparatively little attention by modern theologians, can and must be an important source for postmodern thinkers. Those who are concerned to address the role of Christian theology in the postmodern age will find this book an important contribution." Timothy P. Muldoon, Mount Aloysius College, Journal of the American Academy of Religion

"This is a clearly-written and well-crafted argument for the reintegration of spirituality and theology." Michael Downey, Spirituality

Mark A. McIntosh is Assistant Professor of Theology at Loyola University of Chicago.
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ISBN 13 9781557869074
ISBN 10 1557869073
Title Mystical Theology
Author Mark A Mcintosh
Series Challenges In Contemporary Theology
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Year published 1998-05-24
Number of pages 272
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.