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Spiritual transformation can be understood in terms of new configurations of strivings" (p. 18). [ 4 ] Paloutzian suggests that "spiritual transformation constitutes a change in the meaning system that a person holds as a basis for self -definition, the interpretation of life , and overarching purposes and ultimate concerns" (p. 334).
The meaning of spirituality has developed and expanded over time, and various meanings can be found alongside each other. [1] [2] [3] [note 1] Traditionally, spirituality is referred to a religious process of re-formation which "aims to recover the original shape of man", [note 2] oriented at "the image of God" [4] [5] as exemplified by the founders and sacred texts of the religions of the world.
Sudden conversions are highly emotional but not necessarily rational. In these instances the convert is a passive agent being acted upon by external forces, and the conversion entails a dramatic transformation of self. Emotion dominates this dramatic, irrational transformation leading to a shift in self and belief, with behavior change to follow.
In Sufism (the mystical branch of Islam), transformation is a central aspect of the believer’s spiritual journey. Sufi practices such as the "whirling dervish" dance and meditation aim at achieving a higher state of consciousness, where the believer undergoes a transformation and comes into contact with the divine.
In Mesoamerican and Toltec spiritual traditions, a Nagual (from the Nahuatl word nāhualli) refers to a human being who can access spiritual power through transformation or deep connection with their tonal counterpart. This ability is not merely about shapeshifting but also about guiding spiritual development and fostering personal ...
The occasional boom of a bass drum punctuates the Mass at St. Francis Borgia Deaf Center on the Northwest Side, signaling particularly important moments during the liturgical service, which is ...
Ascended masters in a number of movements in the theosophical tradition [1] are held to be spiritually enlightened beings who in past incarnations were ordinary humans, but who have undergone a series of spiritual transformations originally called initiations. Both mahatma and ascended master are terms used in the Ascended Master Teachings.
Change 2: A more flexible definition of "healthy" The second change emphasizes the importance of individual needs and cultural differences when it comes defining a “healthy” diet.