TY - BOOK AU - Hügel,Friedrich,Freiherr von TI - The Mystical Element of Religion, as studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and her friends, Volume 2 (of 2) AV - BX PY - 2015/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Catherine, of Genoa, Saint, 1447-1510 N1 - Release date is 2015-10-14; Produced by Julie Barkley and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net; Original publication data not identified N2 - "The Mystical Element of Religion, as studied in Saint Catherine of Genoa and her Friends" by Baron Friedrich von Hügel is a critical study written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the mystical aspects of religious experience, focusing particularly on the life and spiritual journey of Saint Catherine of Genoa. It aims to explore the intersections of psychological elements and religious phenomena, suggesting a profound inquiry into the nature of mysticism and sanctity. The opening of the text lays the groundwork for a thorough examination of Catherine's psycho-physical condition and its relation to her spiritual experiences. It outlines the author's intention to analyze various aspects of her life, including her moments of intense suffering, ecstasies, and the peculiarities of her temperament from different stages of her life. This initial exploration emphasizes the intricate connections between her bodily states and her mystical insights, setting a tone for a detailed examination of how these elements interweave to inform her understanding of religion and spirituality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50206 ER -