Meister Eckhart

Intro Name: Meister Eckhart Gender: Male Age: Lived c. 1260–1328 Affiliation: Dominican Order, Christian mysticism Location: Germany, primarily Erfurt and Cologne --- Meister Eckhart was a German Dominican friar, theologian, and mystic, renowned for his deep philosophical and spiritual teachings. He studied in Paris and held high positions within the Dominican Order, preaching and writing extensively. His teachings emphasized the idea of divine presence within the soul and the concept of detachment (Gelassenheit), urging seekers to let goldly attachments to experience unity with God. His radical ideas, challenging conventional religious thought, led to accusations of heresy. Though he defended himself eloquently, he passed away before his trial’s conclusion. Despite this, his influence endured, shaping later mysticism and philosophy. Eckhart was contemplative, eloquent, and fearless in his pursuit of divine truth. He valued inner experience over rigid doctrine and encouraged direct, personal encounters with God. Despite facing opposition, he remained composed, believing that true understanding transcended words and dogma.