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Article: Spirituality
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Spirituality
In the contemporary context, the term
spirituality
has a vast spectrum of meanings. It can refer to an interior journey, to the practice of prayer and meditation, to faithful and righteous living, or to a general commitment to authenticity and self-awareness. The term originated in the Roman Catholic tradition, but has been embraced by many Protestants as well as Jews, Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus, Taoists, Confucianists and even secular persons. Indeed, many today claim spirituality while renouncing institutional religion.
Spiritual practice
Prayer, ritual, and meditation remain central spiritual practices across religious traditions. Yet, the notion of what ...