The Education Of The Spirit

The Education of the Spirit is a book written by Evelyn Underhill that explores the concept of spiritual education. The book is divided into two parts: the first part discusses the nature of the spiritual life and the second part provides practical guidance on how to cultivate a spiritual life. Underhill argues that spiritual education is essential for human growth and that it involves more than just acquiring knowledge or learning about religious traditions. She believes that spiritual education involves a transformation of the self and a deepening of one's relationship with the divine. In the first part of the book, Underhill discusses the nature of the spiritual life, exploring topics such as the meaning of spirituality, the role of prayer and meditation, and the importance of spiritual discipline. She also discusses the challenges that individuals face on the spiritual path, such as the temptation to become attached to spiritual experiences or the danger of spiritual pride. In the second part of the book, Underhill provides practical guidance on how to cultivate a spiritual life. She discusses topics such as the importance of self-knowledge, the role of spiritual community, and the practice of spiritual disciplines such as meditation and contemplation. Overall, The Education of the Spirit is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the nature of spiritual education and the path to spiritual growth. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual life and cultivate a closer relationship with the divine.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Essentials of Mysticism and Other Essays, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766147088.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.