Although treatises on the spiritual life can be found in the writings of the earliest theologians and fathers of the church, spiritual theology did not emerge as a distinct and welldefined branch of sacred doctrine until the eighteenth century. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition jordan. Father aumann has also written the book history of spirituality published in the. In other words, it is concerned with how a person grows and develops spiritually. Thomas aquinas, and was a consultor to the sacred congregations for the clergy and catechetics and for evangelization. Spiritual theology stagbooks s 0722085184 by aumann. The first part of prof jordan aumanns magisterial spiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the second and major part derives from those principles practical directives for the individual christians growth in holiness. Aug 29, 2019 spiritual theology did not emerge as a distinct and welldefined branch of sacred doctrine until the seventeenth century, although special. Oct 06, 2015 now, since i am confident that my remarks here will elicit some push back from those who are convinced spiritual direction is indeed suitable for lay people, id like to advert to the wise and erudite advice on this question from the late father jordan aumann, o. Thanks to technology, and perhaps due to christianitys low status in our modern liberal age, there is a fantastic treasure trove of good, traditional catholic books available for free or nearfree. Thomas aquinas university, rome, has translated the holy fathers doctoral thesis on faith according to st. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st. A complete overview and history of catholic spirituality from the apostles to the present day. Jordan aumann, op, spiritual theology, kindle, print, ebook. Below are links to valuable and timeless catholic texts including those written by great saints and fathers and doctors of the church that you. Jordan aumanns most popular book is spiritual theology. A native of detroit, michigan, father aumann was born on june 15, 1916 to henry john aumann and viola helen smades. Spiritual theology stagbooks s 0722085184 by aumann, jordan. Jordan aumann s most popular book is spiritual theology.
Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, paperback barnes. He has taught for years in rome at the pontifical university of st. Spiritual theology is a branch of theology that emphasizes living in the spirit instead of in the flesh. To help us appreciate this basic spiritual element in our holy father, the gifted american dominican theologian jordan aumann, former director of the institute of spirituality at st. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Father jordan aumann spiritual theology we viewed an amazing documentary at the cleveland film festival, a local effort by a cleveland director portraying an astounding cleveland immigrant. Father aumann has also written the book history of spirituality published in the philippines.
Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition j. The great means of salvation and perfection by saint alphonsus liguori. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st john of the cross. Father jordan died on died january 23, 2007 after an extended illness. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common.
Aumunn 1 christian spirituality in the catholic tradition jordan aumann, o. The attentive and assiduous reading of spiritual books is an efficacious aid to the. We found this book important for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure so. Father jordan aumann page 2 catholic contemplative life. The memory and imagination are two valuable faculties, which not only furnish the mind with the necessary material whereon to work, to enable it to explain the.
Free traditional catholic books catholic tradition. He reminds us that the real purpose of the study of the spiritual life is not to produce scholars but to form holy christians. Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn. The first part of prof jordan aumann s magisterial spiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the second and major part derives from those principles practical directives for the individual christians growth in holiness. The devil is the father of lies, but he cleverly conceals his deceit. Aumann uses thomistic and carmelite principles in approaching the topic of spiritual theology. Several books of the old testament are available now in booklet format, but i dont know when the entire ot study edition will be available. Spiritual theology did not emerge as a distinct and welldefined branch of sacred doctrine until the seventeenth century, although special. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan. Yes, he has a bias toward teresan spirituality at least he did when he wrote this. Aumann published eight books on spiritual theology and numerous articles. Jun 10, 2017 click to print opens in new window click to share on facebook opens in new window click to email this to a friend opens in new window click to share on tumblr opens in new window. This textbook on spiritual theology is the standard for the subject matter.
Jordan aumann defines spiritual theology as that part of theology that, proceeding from the truths of divine revelation and the religious experience of individual persons, defines the nature of the supernatural life, formulates directives for its growth and development, and explains the process by which souls advance. Spiritual theology is that part of theology that, proceeding from the truths of divine revelation and the religious experience of individual persons, defines the nature of the supernatural life, formulates directives for its growth and development, and explains the process by which souls advance from the beginning of the spiritual life to its full perfection. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common misconception that ascetical and mystical theology is for the select few. Contents preface 1 sacred scripture and the spiritual life the old testament the new testament 2 spirituality of the early church the apostolic fathers christian life christian gnosticism. The first part of prof jordan aumanns magisterialspiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the second and major part derives from those principles practical directives for the individual christians growth in holiness. Fr jordan russell aumann 19162007 find a grave memorial. Now, since i am confident that my remarks here will elicit some push back from those who are convinced spiritual direction is indeed suitable for lay people, id like to advert to the wise and erudite advice on this question from the late father jordan aumann, o. A scattering of neat underlining and notations in first half.
Uniformity with gods will by saint alphonsus liguori. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter thirteen. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter thirteen by mr. Cecilia chapter of the dominican laity nashville, tn aids to spiritual growth references. Softcover the first part of prof jordan aumanns magisterial spiritual theology is concerned with the. Books by jordan aumann author of spiritual theology. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter fourteen by mr. An easily understood though exhaustive study of the spiritual life that is full of learning and that quotes copiously from the bible.
Spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common misconception that ascetical and mystical theology is for the select few. This is an important work, great to see it here at archive. Reginald garrigoulagrange, the three ways of the spiritual life, kindle, print now published as the three conversions in the spiritual life. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. This is such a great study help because its the work of scott hahn and curtis mitch. Spiritual theology by aumann, jordan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The first part of prof jordan aumann s magisterialspiritual theology is concerned with the theological principles of christian holiness, while the second and major part derives from those principles practical directives for the individual christians growth in holiness. Course in spiritual theology written sometime in the 1990s. His publications include spiritual theology and christaina spirituality in the catholic tradition, and when a pope asks forgiveness. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition, by jordan aumann, o. This book is not a howto, rather it is a treatise on the spiritual life. Teresa, father aumann proves that christian perfection consists especially in charity, a charity richly rewarded in spiritual graces. Scriptures, icons, liturgy, spiritual writings, creation. For a great introduction to some great spiritual writers and their theology, check out jordan aumanns christian spirituality in the catholic tradition ignatius press, 1985.
Useful take on rcc spiritual theology, but the authors bias towards teresan spirituality has to be taken into account yes, the author is a dominican. While there are biblical, evangelical approaches to spiritual theology, the term spiritual theology is most often used in catholic circles, where it. Jordan aumann has 35 books on goodreads with 547 ratings. He presents the most complete and systematic treatment of spiritual theology since vatican ii.
Buy christian spirituality in the catholic tradition by jordan aumann isbn. Aumann s excellent and interesting survey of the many spiritual traditions in the catholic church shows the wonderful variety of saints and spiritualities that are part of our rich catholic heritage. We expect that you will understand our compulsion in these books. Based firmly on the work of three classical masters st thomas aquinas, st john of the cross, and st teresa of avila this text has already proved of great benefit to contemporary students and general readers seeking to.
From time to time on patrick madrids open line show on ewtn or as part of catholic answers i have heard him refer callers to a book named spiritual theology stagbooks by father jordan aumann, o. Aumann clearly lays out the concrete principles of spiritual theology for a serious thinker. Previous owners name on cover view more great items finding good homes for good books since 1996 spiritual theology stagbooks sby aumann, jordan publisher. Spiritual theology by jordan aumann, op study questions chapter fourteen. He was born on june 15, 1916, in detroit, mi, the son of the late henry john aumann and viola helen smades. The man truly proves the necessity of being a contradiction and paradox to the world. Jordan aumann obituary chicago, il chicago tribune. In spiritual theology father jordan aumann dispels the common mis. Aumanns excellent and interesting survey of the many spiritual traditions in the catholic church shows the wonderful variety of saints and spiritualities that are part of our rich catholic heritage.
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