
Hesychasts and The Cloud of Unknowing
The Christian Mysticism Podcast
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Mindfulness and Monasticism: Intersecting Paths
This chapter examines the connections between Christian monastic practices and the contemporary mindfulness movement, revealing their shared goals despite differing origins. It discusses Zen Buddhism's koan practice, the significance of sorrow in Christian mysticism, and how these spiritual insights are pertinent to a wider audience seeking existential understanding.
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