Ravished by Beauty: The Surprising Legacy of Reformed Spirituality

by Belden C. Lane

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In this novel exploration of Reformed spirituality, Belden C. Lane uncovers a "green theology" that celebrates a community of jubilant creatures of all languages and species. Lane reveals an ecologically sensitive Calvin who spoke of himself as ''ravished'' by the earth's beauty. He speaks of Puritans who fostered a ''lusty'' spirituality in which Christ figured as a lover who encouraged meditation on the wonders of creation. He presents a Jonathan Edwards who urged a sensuous ''enjoyment'' of God's beauty as the only real way of knowing God.

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0199755086

ISBN13:9780199755080

Release Date:April 2011

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:328 Pages

Weight:1.44 lbs.

Dimensions:1.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"

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Nature Religion Religion & Spirituality

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