Maître Eckhart ou la joie errante

Originally published in 1972 as part of a series on the intersection of medieval mysticism and modern philosophy, this work by Reiner Schürmann serves as a seminal examination of the life and thought of Meister Eckhart. Schürmann, a philosopher renowned for his rigorous engagement with continental thought, approached Eckhart not merely as a historical figure, but as an active interlocutor who challenges the metaphysical foundations of Western identity. The text was crafted to navigate the complexities of Eckhart's detachment, positioning his radical theology as a profound departure from traditional dogmatic structures.

The design and intellectual architecture of the volume reflect Schürmann’s desire to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and existential application. By focusing on the concept of 'errant joy,' the author sought to emphasize the fluidity and lack of finality inherent in Eckhart’s mystical path. The work received critical recognition within philosophical circles for its dense, evocative prose and for reintroducing Eckhart into the discourse of modern phenomenology, influencing subsequent generations of scholars interested in the relationship between ontological groundlessness and the experience of living.