Inigo Bocken

Inigo Bocken is a Professor at KU Leuven, affiliated with the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies and specifically the Research Unit for the History of Church and Theology. His scholarly work bridges mystical theology, historical spirituality, and philosophical analysis, with a focus on figures like Nicholas of Cusa, Maurice Blondel, and Carmelite traditions.

Research interests include:

• Mystical practices across historical and contemporary contexts
• Liturgical and cosmological interpretations in theological frameworks
• Critical analysis of mysticism's intersections with philosophy and ideology
• Intercultural and historical dimensions of Christian spirituality

Key publication trends (2025–2020):

• Engagement with Michel de Certeau's theological methods
• Exploration of Nicholas of Cusa's cosmic theology
• Analysis of 20th-century mystical thinkers like Titus Brandsma
• Interdisciplinary studies connecting spirituality to philosophy and cultural critique
• Contributions to journals like Studies in Spirituality and Religions