Elemental Religion


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The Mystical Element of Religion


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In 'The Mystical Element of Religion' by Friedrich von Hügel, the author delves deep into the spiritual aspect of religion, exploring the mystical experiences that transcend traditional beliefs and practices. Written in a contemplative and scholarly tone, von Hügel analyzes the mystical elements found in various religions, drawing connections between different faith traditions and highlighting the universality of mystical encounters. This groundbreaking work challenges readers to consider the profound impact of mysticism on religious thought and practice in a thought-provoking manner. Friedrich von Hügel, a renowned theologian and philosopher, was heavily influenced by his own spiritual experiences and extensive research in the field of religion. His expertise in theology and philosophy shines through in 'The Mystical Element of Religion,' showcasing his deep understanding of mystical traditions and their significance in shaping religious beliefs. Von Hügel's personal connection to the subject matter adds a unique perspective to the book, enriching the scholarly analysis with empathy and insight. For readers interested in delving into the mystical side of religion and exploring the interconnectedness of spiritual experiences across different faiths, 'The Mystical Element of Religion' is a must-read. Von Hügel's comprehensive examination of mysticism offers a profound insight into the spiritual dimension of religion, inviting readers to contemplate the transcendent aspects of faith and broaden their understanding of religious practices.




Elemental Elementalism


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Elemental Elementalism is the holy scripture of the religion of the new age of the world. In this time of great transition, many old religious ideas are dying. The truths that underpin all genuine spiritual traditions, however, still exist. Elemental Elementalism details the tenets and associated beliefs of Elementalism, the religion of the Age of Aquarius. Beginning with the astonishing assertion that consciousness is the prima materia and, therefore, the ground of all being, Elemental Elementalism updates the perennial spiritual wisdom for the digital age. Across 60 chapters, arranged in three parts, Elemental Elementalism is a nuclear artillery barrage against the twin falsehoods of nihilistic, atheistic materialism and the Adharmic religions such as the Abrahamic cults. The first part of the book, Elemental Foundations, explains the foundational ideas and dogma of Elementalism. These include the Four Tenets, the Great Fractal, the Quadrijitu, the Masculine Elements, the Feminine Elements, the Great Axes, the Fundamental Attitudes and the Good News of Elementalism. The second part of the book, Elemental Conceptions, describes the Elementalist position on a range of timeless philosophical issues. Elementalist ideas about the creation of God and the physical world, good and evil, free will, the meaning of life, Heaven and Hell, pleasure and pain, death, justice and virtue are all covered. The third part of the book, Elemental Prescriptions, details a complete moral code and a guide to how to behave in our ever-changing, massively confusing modern world. This moral code includes the Major and Minor Aspirations, new sets of angels and demons for a new age, how to deal with various groups of people and moral hierarchies of beings, worlds and classes. Elemental Elementalism is an essential read for anyone who has seen beyond the material illusion but is wary of mainstream religion, especially as it is practiced in the West.










The Mystical Element of Religion: As Studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and Her Friends


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Amongst the apparent enigmas of life, amongst the seemingly most radical and abiding of interior antinomies and conflicts experienced by the human race and by individuals, there is one which everything tends to make us feel and see with an ever-increasing keenness and clearness. More and more we want a strong and interior, a lasting yet voluntary bond of union between our own successive states of mind, and between what is abiding in ourselves and what is permanent within our fellow-men; and more and more we seem to see that mere Reasoning, Logic, Abstraction,—all that appears as the necessary instrument and expression of the Universal and Abiding,—does not move or win the will, either in ourselves or in others; and that what does thus move and win it, is Instinct, Intuition, Feeling, the Concrete and Contingent, all that seems to be of its very nature individual and evanescent. Reasoning appears but capable, at best, of co-ordinating, unifying, explaining the material furnished to it by experience of all kinds; at worst, of explaining it away; at best, of stimulating the purveyance of a fresh supply of such experience; at worst, of stopping such purveyance as much as may be. And yet the Reasoning would appear to be the transferable part in the process, but not to move; and the experience alone to have the moving power, but not to be transmissible.




Religion and Nothingness


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Elemental Theology


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(Edited and revised by Ronald B. Mayers) This reprint covers the basics of systematic theology in brief, easy-to-follow outline form.




The Mystical Element of Religion (Vol. 1&2)


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Friedrich von Hügel's 'The Mystical Element of Religion' is a seminal work in the field of religious studies, exploring the spiritual dimensions of faith in a nuanced and scholarly manner. Divided into two volumes, the book delves deep into the mystical aspects of various religious traditions, from Christianity to Hinduism, providing a comparative analysis of the mystical experiences and practices found within these belief systems. Von Hügel's writing style is erudite and insightful, drawing on a wide range of sources to support his arguments. As a prominent Catholic theologian and philosopher, Friedrich von Hügel's own background and scholarly pursuits undoubtedly influenced his decision to write 'The Mystical Element of Religion'. His academic expertise in the field of theology, coupled with his personal interest in mysticism, led him to undertake this comprehensive exploration of the mystical aspects of religion. Von Hügel's unique perspective and deep knowledge make him a credible authority on the subject. I highly recommend 'The Mystical Element of Religion' to anyone interested in delving into the spiritual and mystical dimensions of faith. Von Hügel's thorough analysis and insightful commentary make this book a valuable resource for scholars and students of religion alike.




Paul, the Apostle of Christ


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F.C. Baur's monumental study Paul, the Apostle of Jesus Christ (1845) is one of the greatest works of all time on the Apostle to the Gentiles. Laying the basis for modern Pauline scholarship, its three sections in turn thoroughly deconstruct the account of Paul found in Acts, examine the authentic, deuteron-Pauline and Pastoral Epistles, and draw the various strands of Paul's thought into a cohesive whole. In the first two parts Baur's historical-critical skills are at their finest, while in the third the influence of Hegel and Schleiermacher can be seen as Baur presents a comprehensive synthesis of Pauline theology. Since the original nineteenth-century English translation of Baur's masterpiece is no longer adequate, Hodgson and Brown's new edition will serve as the definitive resource for future scholarship. They not only present a new translation of the German, but also provide critical annotations and translations of all the scriptural passages originally quoted in Greek. Baur on Paul becomes truly available in English for the first time.