Cell of Self-Knowledge (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Seven Early English Mystical TreatisesBy Richard of Saint Victor, Saint Katherin of Seenes, Margery Kempe, Walter Hilton
Length4h 22m
About this audiobook
Cell of Self-Knowledge gathers devotional and mystical writings that explore the inward life as the ground of spiritual transformation. Moving among theological treatise, visionary testimony, pastoral instruction, and affective meditation, the collection situates self-knowledge not as introspection alone but as the necessary passage toward divine love. Its varied pieces illuminate central concerns of medieval spirituality: humility, discernment, contemplation, penitence, and the soul's longing for union with God. The volume brings together voices associated with scholastic mysticism, late medieval English devotion, and the wider European contemplative tradition. Richard of Saint Victor, Saint Katherin of Seenes, Margery Kempe, and Walter Hilton represent different forms of authority—monastic, visionary, lay, and pastoral—yet their works converge in a shared insistence that spiritual insight begins in honest knowledge of the self before God. Together, they reflect the devotional currents that shaped medieval religious culture across gender, language, and vocation. This anthology is especially valuable for readers seeking a compact but rich encounter with medieval mystical thought. It offers a rare opportunity to compare diverse modes of spiritual writing within a single volume, revealing both continuity and tension among its authors. Students, scholars, and general readers alike will find in Cell of Self-Knowledge an instructive dialogue on interiority, discipline, and grace.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (46)
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GenreSpirituality and Religion, Literary Classics
Length4 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Cell of Self-Knowledge (Annotated)
5Cell of Self-Knowledge (pt. 1)
2Introduction
6Cell of Self-Knowledge (pt. 2)
3Historical Context
7Analysis
4Synopsis (Selection)
8Reflection
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