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Revelations of Divine Love (Short Text and Long Text) Paperback – February 1, 1999

by Julian of Norwich (Author), A. C. Spearing (Editor, Introduction), Elizabeth Spearing (Translator)
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One of the first woman authors, Julian of Norwich produced in Revelations of Divine Love a remarkable work of revelatory insight, that stands alongside The Cloud of Unknowing and Piers Plowman as a classic of Medieval religious literature

After fervently praying for a greater understanding of Christ's passion, Julian of Norwich, a fourteenth-century anchorite and mystic, experienced a series of divine revelations. Through these 'showings', Christ's sufferings were revealed to her with extraordinary intensity, but she also received assurance of God's unwavering love for man and his infinite capacity for forgiveness. Written in a vigorous English vernacular, the Revelations are one of the most original works of medieval mysticism and have had a lasting influence on Christian thought. This edition of the Revelations contains both the short text, which is mainly an account of the 'showings' themselves and Julian's initial interpretation of their meaning, and the long text, completed some twenty years later, which moves from vision to a daringly speculative theology.

Elizabeth Spearing's translation preserves Julian's directness of expression and the rich complexity of her thought. An introduction, notes and appendices help to place the works in context for modern readers. 

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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Julian of Norwich (c. 1342 after 1416) was the first woman writer in English. Nothing is known of her background or even her real name, simply that she believed she was a messenger to all Christians because of her 'showings' from God.

A.C. Spearing and Elizabeth Spearing have published numerous books and articles on medieval literature.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Books; 34706th edition (February 1, 1999)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140446737
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140446739
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.12 x 0.55 x 7.77 inches
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O.B.1
5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to read but worth the effort.
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2019
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Well it only cost $.99 and well worth it. Ya gotta love the Mystics, they didn't know a bunch of stuff about God, they simply knew God. Here is one of my favorite quotes (speaking of Christ); "and of the precious amends
that he hath made for mans sin, turning all our blame into endeles worship."

of Norwich, Julian. Revelations of Divine Love (Modern English translation) . Kindle Edition.
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LakesideLightDesign
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book; writing and design.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2021
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As a book designer, I must commend the quality, trade paperback book design. Clear formatting, typography, and well-written editing and notes, make this book a treasured companion. It remains close to my side as I enjoy it most days. Thanks for such a well-produced and beloved writing.
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SkyCam
5.0 out of 5 stars Those Who Love Olde English
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2009
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This is a good translation of the revelations, as the author spells out exactly where he is coming from in the Introduction. Be sure to read this before hitting the content so you will know from where you are coming from. It is a more difficult read for those not used to Olde English, but one that is good to have at hand along with a more modern translation.
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Bro. John
4.0 out of 5 stars Difficult at times, but very worth the effort.
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2013
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This is a beautiful translation, still with much of the original 14th C. English usage left unspoiled. You get a good sense of the times and the place in which Dame Julian wrote these "shewings", as she calls them. The notes are easy to access if you are reading this on Kindle, as I did. The message of this holy anchoress, that "All will be well", is one which we certainly need to hear today.

There are parts, especially when she is describing the Crucifixion in the beginning chapters, that may be difficult because of their graphic details. However, I found her understanding of the nature of Salvation, and the goodness of God towards His/Her creation to be profoundly comforting and reassuring. This is a must for anyone interested in deep spirituality, or in the Mystics of the 13th-14th century.
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kenneth dakin
5.0 out of 5 stars What a woman!
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2016
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A wonderful spiritual journey. Julian of Norwich was devoted to prayer and personal mortification, but did so with deep joy. She did not see her way of living as a sacrifice but a way of complete giving of herself to God. It may be worded in language not familiar to us in the world of today, but it is an incredible work of devotion and love of one who wants to give all for the love she experiences in her prayers and life with God. An incredible woman.
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PM in SC
3.0 out of 5 stars Indecipherable
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2021
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This purports to be a "modern English" translation. Really? Well, no. I found it to be extraordinarily clumsy and perhaps half-translated. Almost impossible to make much sense of it. I find Julian's story to be extremely compelling and wanted to drink in her experiences, interpretations, and epiphanies. Nope. Not here. I'm glad I wasted only 99¢ on this.
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NightOwl
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent study of Dame Julian of Norwich's vision of the mothering nature of Christ
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2013
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This text highlights the Medieval Saint's explication of the mothering nature of God in her divine visions. For students and devotés of Julian of Norwich, this book provides insight and inspiration. I am an English teacher turned seminarian and am selective on several levels. This book provided insightful historical and theological context for my research into the medieval church's contribution to the canon of the Anglican Communion.
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J.P.Riggs
5.0 out of 5 stars "Julian of Norwich, Revelations of Devine Love,".Penguin Classics, translated by Elizabeth Spearing.
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2012
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If an individual is seeking a greater understanding of the Love of God for human beings this is a magnificent help. It is important to get Elizabeth Spearing's translation (from the 14th century Olde English). She has maintained the phrasing of Julian so that one feels one is listening to Julian, herself. Other translaters bring the prose to a more modern cadence, thus losing the sound of reality.
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Stefan Borg
1.0 out of 5 stars Njaa
Reviewed in Sweden on August 7, 2023
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Inte min kopp te, ett misstag från min sida helt enkelt.
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Gabi G.
4.0 out of 5 stars Guter Inhalt und verständliches Englisch
Reviewed in Germany on August 10, 2013
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Eine gute Übertragung in heute gebräuchlischem Englisch mit einigen Anmerkungen. Obwohl diese Texte mehrere hundert Jahre alt sind, haben sie auch für den heutigen Menschen gute Anregungen mit Tiefgang. Die Thematik sollte einem allerdings nicht ganz fremd sein...
Fazit: Nicht unbedingt für Anfänger in diesem Thema geeignet, aber sehr gut zu lesen und gut verständlich.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 女性の真理直観には神秘性が。
Reviewed in Japan on January 3, 2015
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男性の心性＆感性からだけではなく、女性の心性＆感性からも霊性を培うのに非常に参考になる一冊。
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Rej Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars A Brilliant Light in Christian Revelation
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2008
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I live in Norwich and am a member of the (at present) small number of admirers of the work of Julian of Norwich. "Mother" Julian is however being discovered by people all over the world and I believe that a time will come when her Revelations will become very famous and widespread - the world is just not yet ready for the details of her extraordinary experiences in Christian mysticism. Her writings are so different and challenging - remember too, she was expressing her mysticism in a time when she could have been excommunicated from the church - or, worst scenario, ? burnt as an heretic.

The Church of St Julian is still a fully functioning one in the "red light" area of Norwich - a curious oasis of peace in the maelstrom of a space full of potential and actual misery where sex workers are forced to ply their "trade" to support their addiction to "Class
A" drugs.

Attached to the church is Julian's "cell" where she lived as an anchorite and gave advice to the population here during her lifetime. For those open "to the vibes" (yes, I'm an ageing "hippy", upon entering the small chapel designated as her cell, a wonderful presence and feeling of peace and disembodied love may be experienced. Truly a place where the "Holy Spirit" dwells. I strongly recommend coming to visit St Julian's to all inclined to visit this remarkable place [it's on the internet]. And, by the way, although the windows get smashed from time to time in the cell - such is life - the tranquility endures.

I first encountered her work (sadly unread!) in the philosophy department at the library at my university (Uni of East Anglia) and have been fascinated by her writings for the past twenty years. The concept of "God as Mother" is so radical for the time in which she lived and is still a revolutionary concept - particularly with the current row about women being ordained as Bishops. (Surely the Spirit of Christ can dwell in all of us - gender is irrelevant? - For us convinced Christians we all seek to become like Him.)

All I can say about the book itself is READ IT - and share it - it can be consulted upon a daily basis - just as if Julian is still living today - which, in the spiritual sense, is so. I recommend the modern translation unless you have a grasp of late mediaeval/early modern English though. It is my favorite book in my library. There is an abridged "pocket" version of her Revelations - also beautiful - which are useful as an aid to meditation and contemplation wherever one may be.
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