Alexandria And The Art Of Contemplation

Alexandria and the Art of Contemplation is a book written by Evelyn Underhill. It explores the history and spirituality of Alexandria, a city in Egypt that was once a center of intellectual and spiritual activity. Underhill examines the role of contemplation in the lives of the early Christians who lived in Alexandria, as well as the influence of Greek philosophy on their thinking. She also looks at the ways in which the city's culture and environment contributed to the development of contemplative practices. Throughout the book, Underhill emphasizes the importance of contemplation as a means of deepening one's connection with God and achieving spiritual growth. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the practice of contemplation, or the cultural and intellectual history of Alexandria.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Way a Psychological Study in Christian Origins, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101754.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.