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Albertus Magnus on Contemplative Ascent to God | Bernhard Blankenhorn, O.P

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Contemplative Ascent and the Unbounded Light

This chapter explores Albertus Magnus' commentary on Moses' experience on Sinai and discusses the concept of contemplative ascent to God through the help of supernatural light. It delves into the idea of losing the use of sense faculties and cognitive powers during contemplation, and explores the distinction between habitual grace and the contemplative gift. The chapter also emphasizes the link between theological theory and spiritual practice.

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