Mystical Element in Heidegger's Thought (Paperback)

~ John Caputo (Author)

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"A model of philosophical and Heideggerian scholarship. . . . moves into the heart of [the] later Heidegger's work. . . . thoughtful, thought-provoking."

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• Paperback: 292 pages
• Publisher: Fordham University Press (January 1, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823211533
• ISBN-13: 978-0823211531
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #828,738 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A comparison of Heigegger's later thought to Meister Eckhart, November 17, 1996

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John Caputo investigates the claim of many modern philosphers that Heidegger became a mystic in the latter part of his life. Caputo performs a careful analysis of this claim by looking at the writings of Heidegger as they relate to a true German mystic, Meister Eckhart. Does Heidegger's relationship between being and Being equate to Eckhart's soul and God? Does his use of "Gelassenheit", a term of Eckhart's meaning detachment, show a common belief? Caputo's book works on many levels. It brings together two of the great "book ends" of Germany philosophy, spanning the 14th to 20th centuries. And, just as Caputo does a wonderful job of conveying Heidegger's thought, so, too, he captures the mysticism of Eckhart. It was this which actually appealed to me more, and I believe the book can be an excellent introduction into the thinking of one of the greatest mystics of all time -- Eckhart.