Spiritual Reformers of the 16th and 17th Centuries by Rufus M. Jones
Publishing: 1914 Macmillan and Co Ltd; London First Edition
Advanced Review Copy
Rufus Jones presents a brief biography and outline of the works of several formative mystics from the 16th-17th century, including four thought-provoking chapters dedicated to the works of mystic Jacob Boehme of whom Jones became fascinated with throughout his exploration into mystical theology. Jones is one of the more under appreciated mystics of his time. "...Jones’ mysticism was always strongly coupled with a sense of responsibility towards the world at large. He made clear that the Quaker concept of “listening to the Spirit, being guided by the Inner Light of Christ” must be coupled with “call of duty … an appeal to help build a better world for unborn generations… Keep your feet on the ground and get something done … a true and noble life must move on both these legs and not a single one of them alone.”
Condition: Original dark blue boards with gilt title and publisher on spine, small loss to the initial fly leaf, all pages are clean beside a stamp stating 'advanced review copy" on the initial title page, Overall Very Good condition