The podcast provides resources for studying Meister Eckhart, including recommended books and academic sources. They discuss methods for understanding Eckhart's teachings and enriching prayer through scripture. The hosts express gratitude and excitement for the next season on mystic Magdeburg. They explore the connection between the mind's transformation and love and end with an advertisement for the Center for Action and Contemplation.
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Jim recommends 'Cyprions' by Cyprions Smith and his own audio set 'Meister Eckhart's Living Wisdom' as resources for studying Eckhart's teachings.
Approaching Eckhart's teachings with patience, notes, and gradual integration into prayer and meditation practices is emphasized by Jim.
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Resources for Studying Meister Eckhart
In this bonus episode of Turning to the Mystics, Jim presents additional resources for those interested in further studying Meister Eckhart. He recommends the book 'Cyprions' by Cyprions Smith, which provides experiential and direct insights into Eckhart's teachings. He also suggests his own audio set titled 'Meister Eckhart's Living Wisdom, Indestructible Joy in the Path of Letting Go' as another helpful resource. Additionally, Jim shares several academic sources that delve into the background and influences on Eckhart's mystical philosophy, including books by Reiner Sherman and Bernard McGinn. These texts offer deeper insights for those inclined to explore Eckhart's teachings in a more scholarly manner. Jim suggests approaching these resources with patience, taking notes, and gradually internalizing the teachings over time.
Challenges and Rewards of Studying Meister Eckhart
Jim emphasizes that studying and understanding Meister Eckhart's teachings can be challenging but deeply rewarding. He shares personal experiences of initially struggling to grasp Eckhart's writings and recommends embracing a humble and patient attitude. Jim expresses his belief that genuine understanding comes through a slow and intentional process of deep engagement with the texts. He encourages readers to take their time, allowing the teachings to transform their minds gradually. Jim also emphasizes the importance of personalizing the teachings by integrating them into one's own prayer and meditation practices.
Continuing the Journey with Mystics
Jim acknowledges that while some listeners may be drawn to exploring the teachings of other mystics, there may also be those who feel a strong connection with Meister Eckhart and are not ready to move on. He suggests continuing to listen to the podcast to maintain the momentum and reverberations of the mystics' teachings as a collective whole. Jim encourages listeners to find a balance between exploring the universality of mystical language across different mystics and deepening their understanding of Eckhart's teachings through dedicated study. He reminds listeners that the transformative and intimate nature of Eckhart's teachings may take time to fully grasp, but the journey itself is enriching and worthwhile.
As we close out season 7's mystic, Meister Eckhart, Jim and Kirsten respond to a request by many listeners desiring further resources in engaging and studying the person of Meister Eckhart.
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The transcript for this episode can be found here.
Jim's reading list for Meister Eckhart can be found here.
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