Valentine Weigel And Nature Mysticism

""Valentine Weigel and Nature Mysticism"" by Rufus M. Jones is a book that explores the life and teachings of Valentine Weigel, a 16th-century German mystic who believed in the inherent spirituality of nature. The book delves into Weigel's philosophy and how it influenced the development of nature mysticism, a spiritual movement that emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things in the natural world. Jones examines Weigel's writings and ideas, including his belief in the divinity of nature and his rejection of traditional religious institutions. The book also explores the impact of Weigel's ideas on later mystical thinkers, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. Overall, ""Valentine Weigel and Nature Mysticism"" is a fascinating exploration of a little-known figure in the history of spirituality and the enduring influence of his ideas on modern thought.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Spiritual Reformers in the 16th and 17th Centuries, by Rufus M. Jones. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101908.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.