Practical Mysticism

Practical Mysticism: A Little Book for Normal People is a book written by Evelyn Underhill, a renowned British author and mystic. The book is a concise introduction to the concept of mysticism and how it can be applied to everyday life. Underhill's aim is to demystify mysticism and make it accessible to the average person. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of mysticism, its history, and its different forms. Underhill explains that mysticism is not a supernatural phenomenon but a natural human experience that can be cultivated through spiritual practices such as meditation and prayer. She also discusses the common misconceptions about mysticism and emphasizes the importance of approaching it with an open mind.The second part of the book offers practical advice on how to develop a mystical life. Underhill emphasizes the importance of cultivating a contemplative attitude towards life and developing a spiritual discipline. She also provides guidance on how to deal with the challenges that arise on the spiritual path, such as doubt and distraction.Overall, Practical Mysticism: A Little Book for Normal People is a concise and accessible introduction to mysticism. It offers practical advice on how to cultivate a mystical life and emphasizes the importance of integrating spirituality into everyday life. The book is recommended for anyone interested in exploring the mystical dimension of life.1914. What is Mysticism; The World of Reality; The Preparation of the Mystic; Meditation and Recollection; Self-Adjustment; Love and Will; The First, Second, and Third forms of Contemplation; The Mystical Life.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.