Publication

2004-10-14 - State University of New York Press

Language

English

Word Count

49,000 words, Guess

Page Count

196 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2003063321
  • Goodreads424297
  • LibraryThing664216

Classifications

  • LCCBL624 .A97 2004

Description

"The first book in English devoted to the religious philosopher Frithjof Schuon (1907-1998) to appear since his death, this biography also provides an analysis of his work and spiritual teachings. Relying on Schuon's published works as well as unpublished correspondence and other documents, the authors highlight the originality of Schuon's life and teachings in terms of his consistent focus on esoterism, defined as the inner penetration of sacred forms and spiritual practices vis-a-vis the religio perennis, the eternal wisdom that lies at the core of all sacred paths. Schuon's life, they argue, is a quest for the inner meaning of religious experience, as is indicated by his connections to Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Native American Shamanism. Spiritual seekers from all backgrounds will appreciate this comprehensive study of this towering figure of comparative religion."--BOOK JACKET.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Frithjof Schuon: Life and Teachings (S U N Y Series in Western Esoteric Traditions)HardcoverState University of New York Press2004-10-14

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