The Mystical Space of Carmel A Commentary on the Carmelite Rule (Fiery Arrow) [Paperback]

K Waaijman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1999 | Series: Fiery Arrow (Book 1)

Mount Carmel, viewed as a holy place by Jews, Christians and Muslims, is where the prophet Elijah is venerated. For many centuries hermits have followed his example and monks regard him as their Father. During the crusades, around 1200 A.D., a small group of hermits settled around the spring of Elijah to lead a contemplative life there in silence and solitude. To the first Carmelites this geographic location was a mystical space in which to live in the presence of God alone. Albert, patriarch of Jerusalem, gave them a life rule (1206-1214) which, at the time of their expulsion by the Saracens in 1247, was adapted to new circumstances by pope Innocent IV. In consequence, the mystical space of Carmel with its contemplative life is experienced wherever they are given a place and God calls them. The commentary presents the Carmel as a spiritual model which is ideally suited as accompaniment on the spiritual journey of all who know themselves called to a life in God's presence in the desert of their life.

Product Details

• Paperback: 279 pages
• Publisher: Peeters (January 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9042907738
• ISBN-13: 978-9042907737
• Product Dimensions: 0.6 x 5.5 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,570,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars The mystical space of Carmel and the Rule of St. Albert December 23, 2006

By Richard M. Hoyle

Format:Paperback

I currently use this book as the foundation of a series of lessons I am giving to Lay Carmelites on the Rule of St. Albert. It is a scholarly book, by the Dutch Carmelite, Kees Waaijman, and in many places it is difficult for lay people to understand. It is also the only book on the Rule of St Albert that I have discovered. It is very thorough, with a wealth of detail and references. I give it only 4 stars because of the difficulty in following the author's train of thought.