Many of us whose intuitive faith has been theologically informed by the Trinitarian and Christological Mysteries have found that
the spiritual practices of other religious Traditions are often a more faithful expression of our theological beliefs than those taught in many of our «Christian» Churches.
Not exact matches
I speak throughout Canada and internationally to churches, conferences, women's groups, universities, and workshops on topics ranging from
spiritual formation, a sacramental view
of living, being a Christian feminist, the ways that we can navigate change throughout our faith journey, the embrace
of ancient church
practices as a charismatic Christian, writing, social justice, and many
other topics.
For as well as theoretical reflection on the moral significance
of a decision, there are
other ways and means by which a human being can either become clear about the rightness and conformity to God's will
of a decision, or at least improve the conditions for its correct formation: the general cultivation
of courage, unselfishness, self - denial, the
practice of the art
of making vital particular decisions which can not be deduced by purely theoretical consideration as this art is taught by the masters
of the
spiritual life.
They have reported his ascetic habits, his
practice of visiting churches wherever he went, and
other miscellaneous details
of Stevens's
spiritual life.
Tasawwuf is a
spiritual path through which one seeks to rise above and evolve beyond the limited teachings, beliefs, rituals,
practices, etc.
of organized religion, whether Islam or any
other religion, and establish a constant awareness
of the One so as to receive all guidance from the One through one's heart.
The priest, however, must exercise
other functions besides administering the sacraments and institutional means can not empower him to fulfill these duties; hence he needs to
practice spiritual discipline, cultivating all the Christian virtues; he also needs to study, for «how can he teach unless he himself possess knowledge» and have gained a «full grasp
of the Catholic teaching on faith and morals?»
but fortunately there are psychologists, mental health practitioners and
others who do and I have benefitted greatly from their work, personal testimonies and the various articles / publications which they have produced --(for example, The Journal
of Transpersonal Psychology; The Religious &
Spiritual Problems category in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition (DSM - IV) published by the American Psychiatric Association; The US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health PubMed.gov database of healthcare and scientific literature)-- about the adverse psychological effects which can arise when persons engage in intense / deep spiritual practices such as intense / deep prayer, fasting and meditation which alter their state of consc
Spiritual Problems category in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual
of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition (DSM - IV) published by the American Psychiatric Association; The US National Library
of Medicine National Institutes
of Health PubMed.gov database
of healthcare and scientific literature)-- about the adverse psychological effects which can arise when persons engage in intense / deep
spiritual practices such as intense / deep prayer, fasting and meditation which alter their state of consc
spiritual practices such as intense / deep prayer, fasting and meditation which alter their state
of consciousness.
So for example, in my case and that
of other persons whose minds dissociate when we engage in intense / deep
spiritual practices like intense / deep prayer, meditation, fasting etc and we hear voices, hallucinate, see visions, experience thought insertions, automatic channelling just like a spirit medium as well as
other psychic phenomena (clairvoyance etc), and the mind dissociation makes some persons mentally and emotionally unstable; our minds enter an altered state
of consciousness just like those
of the Buddhist monks but in our case the altered state
of our brains results in psychotic and psychic symptoms being induced (interestingly, some persons who are ignorant
of how the human brain functions chalk up these experiences to demonic attack)......... are these psychotic, psychic experiences which persons like myself experience a gift from God as well?
Spelled out in a lengthy lead editorial entitled «Evangelicals in the Social Struggle,» as well as in books such as Aspects
of Christian Social Ethics, Henry's understanding
of Christian social responsibility stressed (a) society's need for the
spiritual regeneration
of all men and women, (b) an interim social program
of humanitarian care, ethical proclamation, and personal, structural application, and (c) a theory
of limited government centering on certain «freedom rights,» e. g., the rights to public property, free speech, and so on.18 Though the shape
of this social ethic thus closely parallels that
of the present editorial position
of Moody Monthly, it must be distinguished from its counterpart by the time period involved (it pushed
others like Moody Monthly into a more active involvement in the social arena), by the intensity
of its commitment to social responsibility, by the sophistication
of its insight into political theory and
practice, and by its willingness to offer structural critique on the American political system.
One
of the
other spiritual practices important for continuing the work
of disarming racism is the
practice of bearing witness.
In light
of this, can it be agreed that a study
of theology that takes place, as at Steubenville, alongside a firm
spiritual practice (Mass, adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament, traditional Marian and
other devotions) and a clear moral stance (students living celibate lives supported by households and communities) is a necessary part
of a strategy for Catholic theology?
Has Holy Spirit led us in all truth on this (and a LOT
of other interesting differences
of spiritual beliefs and
practices)?
As you say, we must recognize what our gifts are, and use them for the building up
of the body, without trying to get
others to
practice our
spiritual gifts as well.
St Francis de Sales (one
of the first to see the dangers
of heresy at Port Royal) and
other saintly
spiritual writers who advocated frequent communion saw it as a
practice requiring regular confession and serious preparation.
Who are any
of us to «critique» the
spiritual practices / beliefs
of others?
Many
other factors influence the decline in religious
practice among the laity, but the lack
of a convincing
spiritual leadership from a good number
of their bishops and priests is undoubtedly exacerbating it.
With small children, it's hard to find time to meditate, do
spiritual reading, or any
of the
other morning
practices long prescribed by
spiritual practitioners.
Introducing
spiritual practices to your child when she's young — such as lighting candles or singing hymns together — lets your child view them as a natural part
of life, and allows you to have a
spiritual influence on her before
other people do.
They found that both
spiritual belief and empathic concern were positively associated with frequency
of prayer, meditations and
other spiritual or religious
practices, but neither were predicted by church dinners or
other social contact associated with religious affiliation.
Since then, he's helped thousands
of people tap into their
spiritual side through yoga, meditation and
other practices.
It helps a person lean into their own
spiritual practice with trust by dropping fear and
other barriers to a deeper connection
of one's own understanding.
As an integral part
of Hinduism, it is
practiced to attain
spiritual enlightenment and now has been connected with the optimum meditation process
of other religion
practices, from Christianity to Islam up to Buddhism.
The
practice of healing through Reiki 2nd degree is very profound, as it is considered to raise your vibrations up to 500 times; a quantum leap on your
spiritual path, allowing you to get the knowledge and tools to serve the
others through sharing unconditional love.
Astrological and planetary influences will be explained in a Yogic way; from the standpoint
of the seven chakras, five basic elements, and
other concepts from Swami's
spiritual practice.
Other themes may be more
spiritual and the teacher may present a string
of related thoughts all around a particular idea, such as non-violence or
practicing with compassion.
I am a professional, seeking balance through meditation or
other spiritual practices, yet keeping active with all that life puts in front
of me.
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Their approach is based on traditional teachings from the East, namely Ayurveda, integrated with a multitude
of other holistic, natural and
spiritual practices to cultivate balance and health.
Led by Dr. Deepak Chopra and a faculty
of master educators, this program will take you on a journey that will enhance your own meditation
practice and
spiritual life, and provide the foundation for sharing these
practices with
others in your community.
Including some 50 works
of sculpture, photography, assemblage, video, performance, and
other media, NeoHooDoo asserts that the drive towards a
spiritual practice is as relevant today in our burgeoning global society as it has ever been.
Although a high school teacher had introduced him to the concept
of abstraction, he found himself rebelling against the prevailing idea
of «art for art's sake» put forth by Clement Greenberg and
other proponents
of Abstract Expressionism, focusing instead on
spiritual, therapeutic, religious, and political motivations for his own
practice.1
In The Cartographer's Conundrum, a large installation currently on view at the Massachusetts Museum
of Contemporary Art (Mass MoCA), artist Sanford Biggers maps artistic, cultural and
spiritual practices,
other disciplines and fields such as Afrofuturism, music, and sacred geometry.
In the 19th century, Canadian and American governments outlawed Indigenous
spiritual systems as well as
other Indigenous cultural
practices such as languages and styles
of dress (see Indian Act).
[21] Obeah describes a system
of spiritual and mystical beliefs
practiced in Jamaica and
other black communities
of the West Indies.
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The General Assembly, Guided by the purposes and principles
of the Charter
of the United Nations, and good faith in the fulfilment
of the obligations assumed by States in accordance with the Charter, Affirming that indigenous peoples are equal to all
other peoples, while recognizing the right
of all peoples to be different, to consider themselves different, and to be respected as such, Affirming also that all peoples contribute to the diversity and richness
of civilizations and cultures, which constitute the common heritage
of humankind, Affirming further that all doctrines, policies and
practices based on or advocating superiority
of peoples or individuals on the basis
of national origin or racial, religious, ethnic or cultural differences are racist, scientifically false, legally invalid, morally condemnable and socially unjust, Reaffirming that indigenous peoples, in the exercise
of their rights, should be free from discrimination
of any kind, Concerned that indigenous peoples have suffered from historic injustices as a result
of, inter alia, their colonization and dispossession
of their lands, territories and resources, thus preventing them from exercising, in particular, their right to development in accordance with their own needs and interests, Recognizing the urgent need to respect and promote the inherent rights
of indigenous peoples which derive from their political, economic and social structures and from their cultures,
spiritual traditions, histories and philosophies, especially their rights to their lands, territories and resources, Recognizing also the urgent need to respect and promote the rights
of indigenous peoples affirmed in treaties, agreements and
other constructive arrangements with States, Welcoming the fact that indigenous peoples are organizing themselves for political, economic, social and cultural enhancement and in order to bring to an end all forms
of discrimination and oppression wherever they occur, Convinced that control by indigenous peoples over developments affecting them and their lands, territories and resources will enable them to maintain and strengthen their institutions, cultures and traditions, and to promote their development in accordance with their aspirations and needs, Recognizing that respect for indigenous knowledge, cultures and traditional
practices contributes to sustainable and equitable development and proper management
of the environment, Emphasizing the contribution
of the demilitarization
of the lands and territories
of indigenous peoples to peace, economic and social progress and development, understanding and friendly relations among nations and peoples
of the world, Recognizing in particular the right
of indigenous families and communities to retain shared responsibility for the upbringing, training, education and well - being
of their children, consistent with the rights
of the child, Considering that the rights affirmed in treaties, agreements and
other constructive arrangements between States and indigenous peoples are, in some situations, matters
of international concern, interest, responsibility and character, Considering also that treaties, agreements and
other constructive arrangements, and the relationship they represent, are the basis for a strengthened partnership between indigenous peoples and States, Acknowledging that the Charter
of the United Nations, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (2) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, 2 as well as the Vienna Declaration and Programme
of Action, (3) affirm the fundamental importance
of the right to self - determination
of all peoples, by virtue
of which they freely determine their political status and freely pursue their economic, social and cultural development, Bearing in mind that nothing in this Declaration may be used to deny any peoples their right to self - determination, exercised in conformity with international law, Convinced that the recognition
of the rights
of indigenous peoples in this Declaration will enhance harmonious and cooperative relations between the State and indigenous peoples, based on principles
of justice, democracy, respect for human rights, non-discrimination and good faith, Encouraging States to comply with and effectively implement all their obligations as they apply to indigenous peoples under international instruments, in particular those related to human rights, in consultation and cooperation with the peoples concerned,
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