William Harmless

Author of Augustine and the Catechumenate

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About the Author

William Harmless, SJ (1953-2014), was professor of historical theology and patristic studies at Creighton University. His other books include Desert Christians: An Introduction to the Literature of Early Monasticism, Augustine in His Own Words, and Mystics.

Includes the names: William Harmless SJ, S.J. Harmless, William, J. William Harmless, SJ, S.J. Fr. William Harmless, William Harmless, S.J., 1953-, SJ Harmless, Ph.D., Fr. William

Works by William Harmless

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Augustine and the Catechumenate (1995) 164 copies

Desert Christians: An Introduction to the Literature of Early Monasticism (2004) 131 copies

Mystics (2007) 75 copies

Augustine in His Own Words (2010) 57 copies

St. Augustine: Life, Eloquence and Theology 3 copies

Desert Christians: An Introduction to the Literature of Early Monasticism (2004) 1 copy

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The Oxford Handbook of Early Christian Studies (2008) — Contributor — 88 copies

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Legal name: Harmless, J. William
Birthdate: 1953
Gender: male
Education: Boston College (PhD)
Occupations: Jesuit priest
Organizations: Roman Catholic Church
Society of Jesus
Creighton University

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Mystics by William Harmless

While well written, this reads more like a didactic Christian book than a true exploration of mysticism.

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giovannigf | 1 other review | Nov 17, 2019 |

Mystics by William Harmless

Harmless mysticism

A meaty if selective treatment of mysticism. Harmless profiles nine mystics all but two from the Christian tradition, examining the commonalities and divergences in genre, experience and theology. A fascinating study, though he doesn't profile favorite mystics like Teresa of Avilia, John of the cross or Julian

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Jamichuk | 1 other review | May 22, 2017 |