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The mirror of simple souls
Book • 1993
Marguerite Porete's "The Mirror of Simple Souls" is a significant text in medieval mysticism.
It explores the concept of the soul's union with God, a view that clashed with church doctrine.
The book's condemnation and the author's execution highlight the risks faced by women expressing independent spiritual views.
Its rediscovery in the 20th century underscores its enduring importance.
The book's survival despite attempts at suppression speaks to its power and influence.
It explores the concept of the soul's union with God, a view that clashed with church doctrine.
The book's condemnation and the author's execution highlight the risks faced by women expressing independent spiritual views.
Its rediscovery in the 20th century underscores its enduring importance.
The book's survival despite attempts at suppression speaks to its power and influence.
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Eleanor Janega as a heretic whose book, "The Mirror of Simple Souls," is a foundational text for those interested in heresy.
Eleanor Janega as a heretic whose book, "The Mirror of Simple Souls," is a foundational text for those interested in heresy.
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