Subject: Mysticism - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 9.34 linear ft. (21 document boxes)
Abstract:: The Lewis Benson Papers document the life and service of Lewis V. Benson (1906-1986), a Quaker and recorded minister of New York Yearly Meeting. His in-depth reading and study of the writings of 17th century Quakers gave him the venue to bring their message to a modern audience. He did this predominantly through his own writings and lectures.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 88 linear ft. (177 boxes, 1 package)
Abstract:: Rufus Matthew Jones (1863-1948) was a Quaker historian, mystic, and philosopher. Born in South China, Maine, to Edwin and Mary Gifford Hoxie Jones, he taught philosophy at Haverford College between 1893 and 1934, and was involved in the Haverford Emergency Unit, American Friends Service, and Fellowship of Reconciliation, and is often attributed as having helped to unite Yearly Meetings in the United States. The collection consists of Rufus Jones' correspondence, diaries, financial papers, manuscripts, Haverford College class notes, short talks, photographs, medals and artifacts and material relating to Jones. In addition, there are the correspondence and photographs of Elizabeth Bartram Cadbury Jones, his wife, and of Mary Hoxie Jones, his daughter. Topics of importance in this collection are Rufus Jones' teaching, his writing and editing, his religious beliefs, his efforts toward the reunification of branches within the Society of Friends, his work for various service...(see more)

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: .25 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Handwritten copy of a translation of Madame Guyon's autobiography.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 7.5 linear ft. (18 boxes)
Abstract:: The Lewis Benson papers addition comprises many additions of materials to his original collection (HC.MC.1162). The collection is composed primarily of correspondence, Benson's writings, materials on fellowships Benson was involved with, and resources he may have used in his writings.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 675 boxes and 16 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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