GERDA WALTER'S PHENOMENOLOGY OF MYSTICISM AND EDITH STEIN'S THEOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY: A HISTORICAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL APPROACH

Abstract

This article examines two prominent aspects of contemporary philosophical and religious discourse: the phenomenology of mysticism in the work of Gerda Walther and theological anthropology presented in the writings of Edith Stein. Phenomenology of mysticism is one of the most interesting topics in modern philosophy and religious studies. This deep research area examines and analyzes spiritual experience and mysticism through the lens of a philosophical approach called phenomenology. Two outstanding women and friends, Gerda Walther and Edith Stein, made a significant contribution to the development of this field. Deep reflections on the nature of mysticism, faith and theological anthropology are found in their research works.
 Phenomenology of mysticism allows us to better understand the nature of spiritual experience and inner experiences, and also to show the phenomena of mysticism through the phenomenological method. The works of G. Walther highlight the key aspects of this approach. On the other hand, E. Stein offers theological anthropology, which examines faith and religious experience in the context of human existence and through the relationship with God. Her works provide a strong conceptual basis for understanding faith and its role in the modern world. Therefore, the article is an attempt to consider their thoughts and contribution to the development of the phenomenology of mysticism and theological anthropology and their contribution to philosophy and religious studies.