This compendium of 12 papers, presented at an international conference, jointly organized by Christ University and the DVK, Bangalore, attempts to explore the mystical consciousness from different disciplines like religions, sciences, humanities and art forms.

It discusses at length the various realms of human thought like timelessness with time, everyday spirituality, human transcendence, economic life, medical materialism, mystical enthusiasm, psychology, contemporary scientific views and theology. A discussion on yogic interpretation of Paul’s religious experience, the mystical strategies of St. Teresa of Avila and four contemporary challenges for Christian theology also makes part of the book.