Confessions of Jacob Boehme

The Confessions of Jacob Boehme is a spiritual and philosophical book written by Jacob Boehme, a German mystic and theologian who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. In this book, Boehme shares his personal experiences and spiritual insights, including his mystical visions, encounters with angels and demons, and his understanding of the nature of God and the universe. The book is divided into three parts. The first part is an autobiographical account of Boehme's life, including his childhood, struggles with poverty and illness, and his spiritual awakening. The second part is a collection of his mystical writings, including his interpretations of the Bible, his views on the nature of God, and his understanding of the human soul. The third part is a series of letters written by Boehme to his disciples, in which he offers guidance and advice on spiritual matters.Throughout the book, Boehme emphasizes the importance of inner spiritual transformation, and he encourages readers to seek a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship with God. He also explores the concept of the ""divine spark"" within each person, and how this can be nurtured and developed through prayer, meditation, and self-reflection.Overall, The Confessions of Jacob Boehme is a profound and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of spirituality and the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mysticism, theology, or personal growth.Introduction by Evelyn Underhill. Jacob Boehme, who reveals to us in this book some of the secrets of his inner life, was among the most original of the great Christian mystics. With a natural genius for the things of the spirit, he also exhibited many of the characteristics of the psychic, the seer, and the metaphysician; and his influence on philosophy has been at least as great as his influence on religious mysticism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.