num_pages: 278
description: Central to our understanding of thirteenth-century spirituality, Hugh of Balma's Viae Sion Lugent's influence on Carthusian spirituality through the Middle Ages has often been obscured by debates over the authorship of the manuscript. Dr. Guinan's study explores the essence of Balma's work within the context of Carthusian life and ideals, and his influence on later Carthusian spirituality. Grounded in a thorough exploration of Carthusian history, organization, customs and spirituality, the study follows Balma's emphasis on the triple way toward union with God-purgative prayer, illuminative prayer, and unitive prayer. Comparing his work with that of earlier thinkers such as Tertullian, Cyprian, Origen, and Gregory of Nyssa, Guinan also explores thoroughly Balma's influence on spirituality in England, France, Germany, and Spain from the fourteenth to the sixteenth centuries. An important contribution to Carthusian studies and mysticism, this study constitutes an excellent introduction to Balma's life and thought. TEXT IN ENGLISH
language: English
title: Carthusian Prayer and Hugh of Balma's Viae Sion Lugent
titlecomplete: Carthusian Prayer and Hugh of Balma's Viae Sion Lugent
publisher: International Scholars Publications