I will do the same for reformed, but with a slightly broader range of options in the constantlydebated reformed identity. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Father jordan aumann page 2 catholic contemplative life. Find spiritual theology stagbooks s 0722085184 by aumann, jordan. Jordan aumann by john leonard callahan, jordan aumann isbn.
This textbook on spiritual theology is the standard for the subject matter. Father aumann has also written the book history of spirituality published in the philippines. Nov 27, 2011 first off my impression of the book is simply wow. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions. This is the place where you leave what you were on the other side of the jordan and join together with christ in his death and rise with him to the promise that he has kept for us on the other side. Edition notes includes bibliographical references p. It introduces and presents the main ideas and teachings of the danish writer martinus 18901981, a still largely unknown but important writer on the spiritual universe and development.
Some shelf wear on cover, some pages w notes and underlining. P asceticism and the christian life if we mention the word asceticism to the average christian, he or she will think immediately of mortification, selfdenial or some other term that connotes deprivation, negation and suffering. He is the director of biblical horizons ministries, an organisation in niceville, florida that publishes books, essays and other media dealing with bible commentary, biblical theology, and liturgy. It adheres to biblical absolutism including young earth creationism and is committed to the concept of. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st john of the cross, and st teresa of avila. Aumann proves that christian perfection consists especially in charity, a charity richly rewarded in spiritual graces.
Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn doctrinal foundationsnature and scope of spiritual theologyreferences. Spiritual theology book by jordan aumann thriftbooks. Spiritual theology is both speculative and practical, it deals with christian life in relation to the perfection of charity. Spiritual theology father jordan aumann complete spiritual theology book by father jordan aumann is available at. The treasury of christian spiritual classics by, 1994, t. Spiritual theology stagbooks s 0722085184 by aumann. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st john of the cross. Aumann uses thomistic and carmelite principles in approaching the topic of spiritual theology.
Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan. Clear, calm and illuminating, this book offers a loving and generous commendation of the classical reformed tradition of doctrine and spiritual practice. This is an important work, great to see it here at archive. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, paperback barnes. Spiritual theology stagbooks s 0722085184 by aumann, jordan. P spiritual theology in the thomistic tradition spiritual theology did not emerge as a distinct and welldefined branch of sacred doctrine until the seventeenth century, although special treatises on the spiritual life had been written by various fathers of the church.
In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common mis. Vintage spiritual classics publisher series librarything. Kendall soulen shows how important christian assertionsthe uniqueness of jesus, the christian covenant, the finality of salvation in christhave been formulated in destructive, supersessionist ways not only in the classical. Aumann s excellent and interesting survey of the many spiritual traditions in the catholic church shows the wonderful variety of saints and spiritualities that are part of our rich catholic heritage. Buy a cheap copy of spiritual theology book by jordan aumann. Aumann takes the categories of ascetical and mystical theology and treats it under the category of spiritual theology. Spiritual theology by aumann, jordan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The norbertine center for spirituality is my goto place where i find peace and where i can spend time with god, uninterrupted. A spiritual awakening in a university excerpts from dr. Coopers list is limited to conservative lutheran texts. Jordan aumann has 35 books on goodreads with 558 ratings.
Ships promptly in a padded mailer w delivery confirmation. Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn aids to spiritual growth references. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common misconception that ascetical and mystical theology is for the select few. The first part of prof jordan aumanns magisterialspiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the. Spiritual theology stagbooks by jordan aumann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Christian spirituality east and west by jordan aumann, op, thomas. Books by jordan aumann author of spiritual theology. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter thirteen by mr. Course in spiritual theology written sometime in the 1990s. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The spiritual meaning of jordan is the state of dying yourself with christ and raising to live for him. Jordan aumanns most popular book is spiritual theology. Grace abounding to the chief of sinnersthe pilgrims progress from this world to that which is to come by john bunyan. Nelson edition, in english the treasury of christian spiritual classics 1994 edition open library. May 02, 2017 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. An illustration of a computer application window wayback machine an illustration of an open book.
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Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, 9780722085189, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition paperback 1 january 1985 by jordan aumann author. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas. He is a prolific author, distinguished evangelical scholar, and editor of the journal of the evangelical theological society. Useful take on rcc spiritual theology, but the authors bias towards teresan spirituality has to be taken into account yes, the author is a dominican. This is a highly readable book dealing with systematic theology from a reformed position yet with a thoroughly biblical exposition of the holy spirit, the role of the spirit in a christians life, gifts of the spirit, and the current renewal movement which almost all other reformed theology ignores. A complete overview and history of catholic spirituality from the apostles to the present day.
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He presents the most complete and systematic treatment of spiritual theology since vatican ii. I can do no better than quote john websters blurb on the back cover. The study of spiritual masters and spiritual theology allow the christian to benefit from generations of experience in. In it, simon chan surveys the littleexplored landscape where systematic theology and godly praxis meet, highlighting the connections between christian doctrine and christian living and drawing out the spiritual implications of particular aspects of systematic theology.
It means such a work of the spirit of god as shall not only promote a more. The incident between the hebrews and the hellenists are understood. Jun 10, 2017 spiritual theology father jordan aumann complete spiritual theology book by father jordan aumann is available at. This book is not a howto, rather it is a treatise on the spiritual life. Pdf christian theological anthropology and its implications. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan aumann, 9780722019177, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Spiritual theology father jordan aumann immersive prayer. Reprinted in 2016 with the help of original edition published long back. He reminds us that the real purpose of the study of the spiritual life is not to produce scholars but to form holy christians. Doctrines, doctrinal theology, spiritual life, catholic church. James burrell jordan born december 31, 1949 is an american protestant theologian and author. The memory and imagination are two valuable faculties, which not only furnish the mind with the necessary material whereon to work, to enable it to explain the. Probably the best explanation is provided by jordan aumann, o. Comprehensive in scope, it meets the needs of seminarians, professors of spiritual theology, spiritual directors, and retreat masters.
Useful take on rcc spiritual theology, but the authors bias towards teresan spirituality has to be taken. The treasury of christian spiritual classics 1994 edition. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter one by mr. Wisdom from the jazzman was inspired by the authors nightly motivational segment on his radio show, starting back in 2001. To best understand the conversation that he introduces, it is important to note that all the branches of theology, as a disciplined study of sacred doctrine, constitute just one unified science. Aumann clearly lays out the concrete principles of spiritual theology for a serious thinker. Aumanns excellent and interesting survey of the many spiritual traditions in the catholic church shows the wonderful variety of saints and spiritualities that are part of our rich catholic heritage. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan aumann, 9780898700688, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Christian theological anthropology and its implications.
Along with this first fullscale critique of christian supersessionism, soulens own constructive proposal regraps the narrative unity of christian identity and the canon through an original and important insight into the divinehuman covenant, the election of israel, and the meaning of history. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition paperback 1 january 1985 by jordan aumann author 4. Jordan cooper posted a brief guide to lutheran systematic theology texts, which gave me the bright idea of doing the same. Father aumann has also written the book history of spirituality published in the philippines by st.
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