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The Mystics Who Came to Dinner brings Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Hildegard of Bingen, and the English mystics Julian of Norwich, The Cloud of Unknowing author, Richard Rolle, and Margery Kempe together for dinner and lively conversation in a modern home setting. The strange and sometimes alienating aspects of the medieval world are removed so that the mystics’ experiences and insights, and their resulting spiritual writings, are given fresh appeal and relevance to the lives of a twenty-first century reader.
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Ancient mystics' insights made accessible for modern readers.
Who is this book for?
If you're curious about the spiritual lives of historic mystics but find traditional texts daunting, this book is a charming bridge. It imagines these profound figures sharing their thoughts in a casual, contemporary setting, making their insights both engaging and relatable. It's a delightful way to connect with mystical wisdom without the historical or religious barriers.
