Spaces for the Sacred

by Philip Sheldrake

"In his new book Philip Sheldrake suggests how Christian theological and spiritual traditions may contribute constructively to current debates about 'place'. Examining the definition of 'place' as a human construct, he explores the ambivalence of Christianity towards the idea, and suggests a number of positive theological trajectories. He then addresses 'the practice of place' with reference to monasticism and utopias, Christian mysticism and the theme of journey and, finally, the meaning of the human city, where his readers are invited to explore a positive vision for its future." "Based on the Hulsean Lectures delivered in the University of Cambridge in 2000, this book offers ideas and perspectives rather than a systematic thesis, and is aimed at both academic and non-specialist audiences."--BOOK JACKET.