Drawing parallels and noting disparities, the author contrasts the mystic qualities between Christianity — as expressed in the writings of Meister Eckhart (1260–1326), an unconventional ecclesiastic who encouraged transcendence of traditional faith — and Buddhism, explicating the views of both on such concepts as infinity, eternity, and the transmigration of souls. Unabridged republication of the edition originally published by Harper & Brothers Publishers, New York, 1957.
Jewish Mysticism: An Introduction to the Kabbalah by J. Abelson An overview of the salient features of Jewish mysticism, based on research by Jewish scholars as well as Talmudic and rabbinical literature. Topics include Essenism, Merkabah mysticism, Yetsirah, Zohar mysticism, more.
Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross In this spiritual masterpiece — a classic of Christian literature and mysticism — the author addresses pride, avarice, envy, and other human imperfections, describing methods of conversion through prayer, submission, and purification.
The Psychology of the Mystics by Joseph Maréchal, Algar Thorold This landmark survey ranges from contrasts of empirical science and religious psychology to examinations of the distinctive features of Christian mysticism and the Islamic concept of mystical grace.
The Awakening of Faith: The Classic Exposition of Mahayana Buddhism by Asvaghosa, Teitaro Suzuki Comprehensive and coherent guide to a complex system of Buddhism discusses the essentials: transcending the finite state, practices and techniques to awaken and extend faith, and Buddha-matrix teachings.
Cosmic Consciousness: A Study in the Evolution of the Human Mind by Richard Maurice Bucke This pioneering study in mysticism explores the phenomenon of transcendent realization, or illumination. Its numerous case studies offer intriguing, real-life particulars of individuals who experienced personal epiphanies.
