Of The Sevenfold Rising Into Contemplation Through Christ's Passion After The Sevenfold Gift Of The Holy Ghost

The book ""Of The Sevenfold Rising Into Contemplation Through Christ's Passion After The Sevenfold Gift Of The Holy Ghost"" by Walter Hilton is a religious text that explores the concept of contemplation in Christianity. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the seven gifts of the Holy Ghost, which are wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. The second part of the book focuses on Christ's passion and how it can lead to contemplation.Hilton argues that contemplation is a crucial aspect of the Christian faith and that it can be achieved through a process of spiritual ascent. He suggests that the seven gifts of the Holy Ghost are essential in this process, as they provide the necessary tools for spiritual growth and understanding. Hilton also emphasizes the importance of Christ's passion in the contemplative journey, as it represents the ultimate sacrifice and love of God.Throughout the book, Hilton draws on biblical and theological sources to support his arguments and provide guidance for readers seeking to deepen their spiritual practice. The language of the book is dense and complex, reflecting the theological depth of the subject matter. Overall, ""Of The Sevenfold Rising Into Contemplation Through Christ's Passion After The Sevenfold Gift Of The Holy Ghost"" is a valuable resource for Christians seeking to deepen their understanding of contemplation and spiritual growth.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Goad of Love, by Walter Hilton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595609.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.