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This classic study placed the saint squarely among the outstanding theologians of the Middle Ages, and stripped away the sentimentality in which popular piety had wrapped him. Gilson demonstrates in Bernard's works his blend of monastic tradition and the new learning of the... Read Full Overview

The Mystical Theology Of St. Bernard is a book written by Etienne Gilson that delves into the spiritual and mystical teachings of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, a 12th-century French abbot and theologian. The book explores St. Bernard's understanding of God, the soul, and the relationship... Read Full Overview

The Mystical Theology of St. Bernard is a book written by Etienne Gilson that explores the mystical theology of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, a French abbot and theologian who lived in the 12th century. The book delves into Bernard's understanding of the nature of God and the human... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

""The Mystical Theology of St. Bernard"" by Etienne Gilson is a comprehensive exploration of the mystical theology of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, a prominent 12th-century French abbot and theologian. Gilson delves deeply into Bernard's writings and teachings, examining his views... Read Full Overview

The Mystical Theology of St. Bernard is a book written by Etienne Gilson that explores the mystical writings of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, a prominent figure in medieval Christianity. The book delves into Bernard's theology, which emphasizes the importance of contemplation and... Read Full Overview