Hildegard of Bingen: Essential Writings and Chants of a Christian Mystic Annotat

Description: Hildegard of Bingen: Essential Writings and Chants of a Christian Mystic Annotated & Explained by Sheryl A. Kujawa-Holbrook, Hildegard of Bingen Enter the vibrant world of this medieval mystic and open yourself to the music of creation and the living light of God. This unique introduction to one of the most accomplished women in Christian history presents a wide range of Hildegards rich and varied writings, grouped by theme, with insightful annotations and historical background. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was a Christian mystic, visionary, abbess, composer, dramatist, poet and healer. The brilliance and passion of her writings - including inscriptions of her visions, letters, liturgical antiphons, hymns, a morality play and medical and scientific works - speak to readers within the church as well as those who are not formally religious but have an interest in mysticism, the spiritual life, the relationship between spirituality and creativity, feminist and eco-spiritualities and the arts. Though considered a controversial figure in her day, she was recently canonised and proclaimed a doctor of the church, an honour extended to only three other women saints in Christian history. This groundbreaking introduction to her rich and varied writings presents a wide range of Hildegards works grouped by theme, providing a deeper understanding of this influential spiritual figure than single-themed collections can.Insightful and instructive annotations provide the reader with suggestions for how to read or "listen" to mediaeval mystical texts as well as how to engage fully with Latin chants, allowing readers to effectually begin a dialogue between the world of this twelfth-century mystic and our own. Author Biography "The fiery life of divine wisdom" captured in the writings of this twelfth-century Christian mystic, visionary and healer can be a companion on your own spiritual journey. Table of Contents PrefaceIntroductionPart 1: Living LightPart 2: Blazing FirePart 3: Divine LovePart 4: Holy WisdomPart 5: Spiritual CommunityPart 7: Gods CreationPart 8: Celestial HarmonyPart 9: Healing SciencesPart 10: Womens HealthPart 11: Worldly WitnessThe Works of Hildegard of BingenA Note on SourcesNotesSuggested Resources Review "A lively, faithful and widely accessible translation for which those familiar with the visionarys work will be grateful and which will invite new readers into an amazing body of luminous mystical wisdom."-Elizabeth Drescher, PhD, author, Choosing Our Religion: The Spiritual Lives of Americas Nones"Well-chosen thematic selections.... [The] introduction and concise annotations provide just enough historical background for any reader who desires to hear Hildegards voice as a fresh and inspiring testimony to the Living Light."-Arthur Holder, PhD, professor of Christian spirituality and dean, Graduate Theological Union"Splendid.... Each page overflows with faith and beauty, hope and love, as well as illuminating insights.."-Mary Ford-Grabowsky, author, Spiritual Writings on Mary: Annotated & Explained; featured on the BBC CD Hildegard von Bingen in Portrait"A rich overview of Hildegards wide-ranging work ... reveal[s] the depth and subtlety of her insight."-Carl McColman, author, The Big Book of Christian Mysticism andBefriending Silence"A treasure!... Enlightening introduction and annotations.... I highly recommend this book for use in church study groups, workshops, conferences, retreats, academic classes and personal exploration."-Rev. Jann Aldredge-Clanton, PhD, author, She Lives! Sophia Wisdom Works in the World and Inclusive Hymns for Liberating Christians"Thoughtful selections and thematic arrangement serve as an introduction to an astonishingly creative and courageous woman for her times and ours, and as resources for prayer, meditation and spiritual guidance."-Francine Cardman, PhD, professor and historical theologian, Boston College School of Theology and Ministry"Comprehensive.... [A] balanced presentation both of Hildegards gifts and her weaknesses, revealing her as fully human yet filled up with God."-Norvene Vest, author, What Is Your Practice? Lifelong Growth in the Spirit"An insightful introduction; wisely chosen texts; clear, concise annotation.... Instructs readers how to handle the texts ... on the nuns own terms."-Mary Hunt, coeditor, New Feminist Christianity: Many Voices, Many Views"Writing with clear love of Hildegard von Bingen and from her own perspective as theologian, religious leader and woman of faith, Sheryl Kujawa-Holbrook ...provides a hybrid scholarly and practical resource for anyone seeking to know Hildegard von Bingen and her world."-Suzanne R. Ehly, soprano and former member of Sequentia; artist in residence and faculty in voice, body, and culture, Episcopal Divinity School"A must-have book for anyone wanting a deep personal experience of Hildegard of Bingen; her life, writings and music; and her faith in God."-Rev. Dr. Carole Ann Camp, coauthor, Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight-A Beginners Guide; founder, Seekers and Sojourners"The best of Hildegards writings ... illuminated ... with wise and knowledgeable comments.... Anyone of any tradition will enjoy this beautiful book."-Sister Greta Ronningen, cofounder, Community of Divine Love Monastery"An excellent introduction to [Hildegards] thought."-Rosemary Radford Ruether, author, Integrating Ecofeminism, Globalization and World Religions"This comprehensive overview of Hildegards writings includes excerpts from her books, letters, descriptions of her visions, liturgical songs, and even scientific and medical works. Key themes are reflected in the chapter titles: Living Light, Blazing Fire, Divine Love, Holy Wisdom, Spiritual Community, Noble Greenness, Gods Creation, Celestial Harmony, Healing Sciences, Womens Health, and Worldly Wisdom. Kujawa-Holbrook does a commendable job interpreting the often poetical and mystic writings of this accomplished saint. You will find many gems here, including this one sent to the Pope: May the sweetest fragrance be in you. May you never grow weary on the path of justice." - Spirituality & Practice Long Description Experience "the fiery life of Divine Wisdom" through the rich and varied writings of one of the most accomplished women in Christian history. Hildegard of Bingen--visionary, abbess, composer, dramatist, poet and healer--was the brilliant and passionate precursor of many of the great women mystics of the Middle Ages. Her body of work is unusually expansive in terms of genre and subject matter for any theologian of her time, and includes powerful descriptions of her visions, advice to influential nobles and royalty, theological correspondence with fellow manastics, liturgical songs, and medical and scientific works. Hildegards strong personality and vivid spiritual experiences still speak to readers within the church as well as those who are not formally religious but who have an interest in mysticism, the spiritual life, and feminist and eco-spiritualities, or who are drawn to Hildegard through the arts, particularly her music. This unique introduction to Hildegards world and writings presents a wide range of her texts grouped by theme, providing a deeper understanding of this influential spiritual figure than can single-themed collections. Insightful and instructive annotations provide historical background and place selections within the wider context of Hildegards understanding of the spiritual life and the natural world. Review Quote New book on Hildegard of Bingen Author and educator Sheryl A. Kujawa-Holbrook has released a new book:Hildegard of Bingen: Essential Writings and Chants of a Christian Mystic--Annotated & Explained, about the highly accomplished Middle Ages abbess, poet, mystic, and composer. Featuring a wide variety of Hildegards texts, the book serves as a unique introduction to her world, her spirituality, and her music. Kujawa-Holbrook is an Episcopal priest and professor of practical theology at Claremont School of Theology, as well as a speaker and retreat leader. Some of her other works includePilgrimage--The Sacred Art: Journey to the Center of the Heart, The Heart of A Pastor: A Biography of Edmond Lee Browning, andBorn of Water, Born of Spirit. Details ISBN159473514X Short Title HILDEGARD OF BINGEN Publisher Skylight Paths Publishing Language English ISBN-10 159473514X ISBN-13 9781594735141 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint SkyLight Paths Publishing,US Place of Publication Woodstock Country of Publication United States Author Hildegard of Bingen Pages 200 Subtitle Essential Writings and Chants of a Christian Mystic - Annotated & Explained Series Skylight Illuminations DEWEY 248.22 Year 2015 Publication Date 2015-03-15 Translator Sheryl A. Kujawa-Holbrook Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2016-03-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160304560;

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