The Sparkling Stone

The Sparkling Stone is a spiritual and mystical book written by Jan van Ruysbroeck. It is a collection of his writings, which explore the nature of God, the soul, and the universe. Van Ruysbroeck was a Flemish mystic and writer who lived in the 14th century. He was known for his profound insights into the spiritual life and his ability to express these insights in a clear and accessible way.The Sparkling Stone is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the nature of God and the soul, exploring the relationship between the two. Van Ruysbroeck describes God as the source of all life and love, and the soul as the spark of divine light within each person. He explains how the soul can become united with God through contemplation and prayer.The second part of the book explores the mystical journey of the soul, describing the stages of spiritual growth and the obstacles that can arise along the way. Van Ruysbroeck emphasizes the importance of humility, detachment, and surrender in the spiritual life, and offers practical advice for those seeking to deepen their relationship with God.The third part of the book is a series of meditations and prayers, designed to help readers enter into a deeper state of contemplation and communion with God. These meditations focus on the themes of love, humility, and surrender, and offer a powerful tool for spiritual growth and transformation.Overall, The Sparkling Stone is a profound and inspiring book that offers a unique perspective on the spiritual life. Van Ruysbroeck's insights and teachings continue to resonate with readers today, making this book a timeless classic of Christian mysticism.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Adornment of the Spiritual Marriage; The Sparkling Stone; The Book of Supreme Truth, by Jan Van Ruysbroeck. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802947.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.