Opera Omnia, V, 2, Versiones Latinae Mysticorum

Opera Omnia, V, 2, Versiones Latinae Mysticorum

By G. De Baere

Book Description

This scholarly volume opens a window into the profound spiritual currents that flowed through medieval Europe, revealing how transformative mystical teachings crossed linguistic and cultural boundaries. At its heart lies the work of Geert Grote, the influential Dutch Church reformer whose Latin translations helped spread the wisdom of Brabantine mystic Jan van Ruusbroec and fellow canon Godfried Wevel to wider audiences across medieval Christendom.

The collection presents these rare Latin translations alongside their original Middle Dutch sources, allowing readers to witness how spiritual insights were carefully preserved and transmitted between communities of seekers. Of particular significance is a Middle Dutch adaptation of Meister Eckhart's instructional teachings, likely compiled within Grote's circle, which offers fresh perspectives on how this master's profound spiritual guidance was received and interpreted in the Low Countries.

Each text emerges from the lived experience of medieval contemplatives who dedicated their lives to understanding the deeper dimensions of spiritual practice. The canons regular at Groenendaal and the Brothers of the Common Life represent communities where mystical insight flourished through disciplined contemplation and mutual support.

For contemporary readers drawn to the perennial wisdom of Christian mysticism, this volume provides access to authentic voices from a pivotal period when spiritual renewal movements were reshaping religious life. The detailed scholarly apparatus illuminates how these teachings evolved as they moved between languages and communities, revealing the careful attention these medieval practitioners gave to preserving essential spiritual truths.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~18 hours)

📄 Length: 642 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Middle ages
  • ✓ Explore mystical experiences
  • ✓ Explore Translations into Latin
  • ✓ Explore History and criticism
  • ✓ Explore Dutch language
  • ✓ Explore Catholic Church
  • ✓ Explore Early works to 1800
  • ✓ Explore Christianity

Topics Covered

Middle ages Mysticism Translations into Latin History and criticism Dutch language Catholic Church Early works to 1800 Christianity Dutch literature Dutch Christian literature

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