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Carl McColman: What is Christian Mysticism?

A People's Theology

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The Paradox of Silence and Speech

Exploring the role of silence and communication in Christian mysticism, this chapter delves into how language, stories, and symbols are used to articulate the ineffable. The limitations of language in describing the divine encounter are discussed, along with the connections between mystics throughout history and the influence of the apophatic and cataphatic traditions in churches.

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