Education And The Spiritual Life

Education and the Spiritual Life is a book written by Evelyn Underhill, a British writer and philosopher who is best known for her works on mysticism and spirituality. In this book, Underhill explores the connection between education and spirituality, arguing that the two are intimately linked and that education should be designed to promote spiritual growth and development.The book is divided into three sections. In the first section, Underhill discusses the nature of spirituality and the role it plays in human life. She argues that spirituality is not a separate realm of existence but is rather an integral part of our everyday lives, and that education should be designed to help individuals cultivate their spiritual lives.In the second section, Underhill examines the ways in which education can be used to promote spiritual growth. She discusses the importance of developing a sense of awe and wonder, of cultivating a sense of unity with the natural world, and of fostering a sense of community and connection with others.In the final section, Underhill explores the practical implications of her ideas for educators and educational institutions. She argues that schools and universities should be designed to promote spiritual growth and development, and that teachers should be trained to help students develop their spiritual lives.Overall, Education and the Spiritual Life is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the connection between education and spirituality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of these two important areas of human life.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Life of the Spirit and the Life of Today, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766108368.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.