Description
Transpersonal Philosophy
Book Summary
This work explores dimensions beyond the individual self, delving into a philosophical current that recognizes a transcendent reality. Through the analysis of key figures such as Eckhart, Erasmus, Mainländer, and Spinoza, the author proposes an intellectual journey that connects mysticism, madness, nonsense, and intellectual love. The reader will find a conceptual map to understand how philosophy can open doors to experiences that surpass the limits of ordinary consciousness, offering a renewed perspective on existence and spirituality.
What is it about?
The book is structured around three fundamental metaphors: bridges, abysses, and paths. First, the bridges connect with the mysticism of emptying of Meister Eckhart and the sublime madness present in Erasmus of Rotterdam's In Praise of Folly. Next, the abysses explore the experience of nonsense as a preliminary step toward detachment, taking as a reference Philipp Mainländer's ideas on the extermination of what exists. Finally, the paths focus on the intellectual love of God in Spinoza's philosophy and the delight that arises from breaking the boundaries of consciousness through meditation. The work proposes that transpersonal philosophy is not mere speculation, but an experience that transforms the perception of reality.
Main themes
- Mysticism of emptying and detachment in the work of Eckhart.
- Madness as a path to sublime knowledge in Erasmus.
- Existential nonsense as a preamble to liberation.
- Philosophy of nothingness and extermination in Mainländer.
- Intellectual love of God in the Spinozian system.
- Meditation and expansion of consciousness.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in philosophy, spirituality, and metaphysics, as well as those seeking a deep reflection on the limits of consciousness and religious experience. It is especially suitable for students and professionals of philosophy, transpersonal psychology, and religious studies, as well as anyone who wishes to explore currents of thought that integrate reason with mystical experience.
What this book offers
- A clear and structured introduction to transpersonal philosophy through key thinkers.
- A new perspective on madness, emptiness, and nonsense as paths to transcendence.
- Conceptual tools for understanding the relationship between Western philosophy and spiritual experience.
- An invitation to reflect on the possibility of an answer beyond the merely human.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Sevilla Godínez, Héctor
- Publisher: Anthropos Editorial
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Literary essays, Philosophy: metaphysics and ontology, Philosophy of religion, Nature and existence of God, Spirituality and religious experience, Mysticism
- Collection: PHILOSOPHY
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2018
- Number of pages: 208
- Weight: 267 g
Editorial Review
This is a rigorous work that offers an original synthesis between philosophy, mysticism, and spirituality. Its focus on thinkers such as Eckhart, Erasmus, Mainländer, and Spinoza allows the reader to access a tradition of thought that questions the limits of reason and consciousness. It is a recommended read for those seeking an academic yet accessible approach to transpersonal philosophy, with clear language and a well-defined structure that facilitates the understanding of complex concepts.