The Varieties of Religious Experience · Character
J. A. Symonds
Writer whose mystical experiences are quoted.
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Also known as J. A. Symonds, Symonds
First appearance: lectures xvi and xvii mysticism
J. A. Symonds shows up with force in Lecture III: The Reality of the Unseen. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned in the context of mystical experiences, though not directly quoted in this excerpt.
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Alline’s psychological peak occurs as he confronts the utter futility of his own efforts—his seeking, praying,…
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See J. A. Symonds in lectures xvi and xvii mysticism