Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries by Rufus M. Jones

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Author Jones, Rufus M. (Rufus Matthew), 1863-1948
Title Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries
Alternate Title Spiritual Reformers in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries
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Summary "Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries" by Rufus M. Jones is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the emergence and influence of a group of thinkers during the Reformation who sought a deeper spiritual experience and connection to God, primarily through the lens of their philosophical and mystical insights. Jones focuses particularly on figures such as Jacob Boehme and Hans Denck, illustrating their contributions to "spiritual religion," and the quest for a more personal and inward-facing Christianity during an era of monumental change. The opening of the work lays the groundwork for understanding the historical context of these spiritual reformers, emphasizing the intertwined nature of mystical thought and the broader humanistic movements of the time. In his preface, Jones indicates two principal goals: to trace this important religious movement and to elucidate the backdrop to early Quakerism, suggesting that the ideas and spiritual experiences of the era were pivotal for later religious developments. He discusses the influences of earlier mystics and reformers, aiming to establish the significant contributions these movements made toward a richer, more nuanced understanding of spirituality that transcended the rigid structures of contemporary religious practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
Subject Reformers
Subject Mysticism
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EBook-No. 24934
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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