Ravished by Beauty: The Surprising Legacy of Reformed Spirituality

by Belden C. Lane

Book Overview

In this novel exploration of Reformed spirituality, Belden C. Lane uncovers a "green theology" that celebrates a community of jubilant creatures of all languages and species. Lane reveals an ecologically sensitive Calvin who spoke of himself as ''ravished'' by the earth's beauty. He speaks of Puritans who fostered a ''lusty'' spirituality in which Christ figured as a lover who encouraged meditation on the wonders of creation. He presents a Jonathan...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199755086
• ISBN13: 9780199755080
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"