Mysticism, Ineffability and Silence in Philosophy of Religion,

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Mysticism, Ineffability and Silence in Philosophy of Religion, edited by Laura E. Weed, is a scholarly work that delves into the profound aspects of mystical experiences, particularly focusing on their ineffable nature and the role of silence in religious contexts. Published in 2023, this volume is part of the "Comparative Philosophy of Religion" series by Springer. SPRINGERLINK The book brings together a collection of essays from various scholars, each examining different dimensions of mysticism and the challenges inherent in articulating mystical experiences through language. It explores how various religious traditions approach the concept of the ineffable—the idea that certain experiences or truths transcend verbal expression—and the significance of silence as a medium for spiritual insight and connection. Laura E. Weed is a Professor of Philosophy at the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, where she has been teaching for 28 years. She has served on the Mysticism Group of the American Academy of Religions and is the Director in the United States for the International Institute for Field Being, which convenes regularly at the American Philosophical Association’s Eastern Division Meetings. Her research interests encompass Consciousness Studies, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Religion, Asian Philosophies, Philosophy of Language, and Epistemology. Currently, she is working on a monograph on Pan-psychism. SPRINGERLINK This volume is particularly valuable for students, researchers, and practitioners interested in the intersections of mysticism, language, and philosophy. It offers a comprehensive examination of how different cultures and philosophical traditions grapple with the expression of the ineffable and the role that silence plays in the pursuit of spiritual understanding.