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Shortlisted for the james tait black prize for best biography 2016book of the year 2015. It employs a combination of the doctrinal, or deductive, and the experimental, or inductive, methods. Aumann clearly lays out the concrete principles of spiritual theology for a serious thinker. Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn doctrinal foundationsnature and scope of spiritual theology references. John of the cross, the ascent of mount carmel, book 1, chapter. P spiritual theology in the thomistic tradition spiritual theology did not emerge as a distinct and welldefined branch of sacred doctrine until the seventeenth century, although special treatises on the spiritual life had been written by various fathers of the church.
Spiritual theology by jordan aumann english paperback book. Course in spiritual theology written sometime in the 1990s. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter thirteen by mr. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan. A biblical, theological, and historical study of gods covenants duncan, j. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition, by jordan aumann, o. Aumann takes the categories of ascetical and mystical theology and treats it under the category of spiritual theology.
Theology of christian perfection by antonio royo marin, jordan aumann. This is like a catechism of spiritual theology and provides an indepth coverage of the subject. It is full of wisdom and all believers can benefit greatly from it. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter one by mr. Aumann proves that christian perfection consists especially in charity, a charity richly rewarded in spiritual graces. Asceticism askesis, askein, taken in its literal signification, means a polishing, a smoothing or refining. P spiritual theology in spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common misconception that ascetical and mystical theology is for the select few. Comprehensive in scope, it meets the needs of seminarians, professors of spiritual theology, spiritual directors, and retreat masters.
This is not a book for the beginner, or for someone looking for fluff and a light read. The mystical evolution in the development and vitality of the church by fr. The first part of prof jordan aumann s magisterialspiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the second and major part derives from those principles practical directives for the individual christians growth in holiness. The first part of prof jordan aumann s magisterialspiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the. Aumann splits this book into two parts, the first of which is more theological here he sets down his first principles and gives the reader a foundational vocabulary in spiritual theology and the second of which is much more practical here he essentially acts as a spiritual director, and this is perhaps the best part of the book. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common. Aumann s excellent and interesting survey of the many spiritual traditions in the catholic church shows the wonderful variety of saints and spiritualities that are part of our rich catholic heritage. Jun 10, 2017 spiritual theology father jordan aumann complete spiritual theology book by father jordan aumann is available at. A study of the christian life in hebrews duncan, j. The present volume was written in response to numerous requests for a complete and definitive work on christian spirituality. Ascetics, as a branch of theology, may be briefly defined as the scientific exposition of christian asceticism.
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Dictionaries, handbooks, guides, companions, and histories are very valuable for spiritual theology research. Spiritual theology is that part of theology that, proceeding from the truths of divine revelation and the religious experience of individual persons, defines the nature of the supernatural life, formulates directives for its growth and development, and explains the process by which souls advance from the beginning of the spiritual life to its full perfection. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Indeed, the subject of our faith is god the father, god the son and god the holy spiritwho share perfect love with each other and invite us to participate in their intimate relationship john 1417. Spiritual theology father jordan aumann immersive prayer. Jordan aumann s most popular book is spiritual theology. This is a work of extraordinary informative value and yet possessing a notable doctrinal solidaity. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st john of the cross, and st teresa of avila. With these critiques in mind, i nonetheless recommend the book as a very substantive and needed survey and development of spiritual theology. Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn doctrinal foundationsnature and scope of spiritual theologyreferences. Jordan aumann books list of books by author jordan aumann. Sep 10, 2010 spiritual theology is my favorite term for christian spirituality because our formation as believers can never be separated from our faith.
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