What Is Mysticism?

'What Is Mysticism? A Study of Man’s Search for God' is a profound exploration into the heart of the mystical experience and its significance in the human spiritual journey. Written by Charles Morris Addison, this work seeks to clarify a subject often shrouded in mystery, defining mysticism as the direct, personal consciousness of the presence of God. Addison approaches the topic with both theological depth and accessible clarity, examining how the soul’s longing for the divine transcends mere ritual or intellectual assent.The book investigates the psychological and spiritual dimensions of the mystical path, highlighting the roles of contemplation, prayer, and the transformative power of inner vision. By surveying the historical and practical aspects of the search for the sacred, Addison illustrates that mysticism is a universal pursuit accessible to any seeking heart. This study provides a valuable framework for understanding the core of religious experience and the enduring human quest for ultimate reality. It remains an essential text for readers interested in religious philosophy, Christian mysticism, and the eternal search for a deeper connection with the divine.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.