This page will contain discussion groups about Mystic, as they become available.Mysticism(Redirected from Mystic)Mysticism (ancient Greek mysticon = secret) is meditation, prayer, or theology focused on the direct experience of union with divinity, God, or Ultimate Reality, or the belief that such experience is a genuine and important source of knowledge. In the context of epistemology, it can refer to using any kind of non-rational means, such as feeling or faith, in attempt to arrive at any kind of knowledge or belief. Perspectives of mysticismA wide range of perspectives occur among spiritual traditions and beliefs which embrace direct experiential knowledge of God, Divinity, or Ultimate Reality. Different traditions adopt a range of intellectual or rational assessments of what is likely, possible, provable, approvable, or factual. Among these the idea of union or interrelationship of oneself and of all mortal beings with the ultimate imperishable being is often declared to be something that can be experienced in profound, definite, and personally undeniable ways, rather than something that is merely conjectured. Many assert that the triggering of such experience can involve ritual prayer and contemplations focused on such union, or may sometimes occur spontaneously with some individuals. Subjectivity and mysticismTheistic, pantheistic, and panentheistic classical pantheist/cosmotheist metaphysical systems most often understand mystical experience as individual communion with a god or goddess. One can receive these very subjective experiences as visions, dreams, revelations, prophecies, and so forth. St. Thomas Aquinas, a Catholic mystic of the 13th century, defined it as cognitio dei experimentalis (experiential knowledge of God). In Catholicism the mystical experience is not sought for its own sake, and is always informed by revelation and ascetical theology. This causes the subjectivist tendency of mysticism to be curtailed, as experiences not aligned with truths otherwise known are discarded. Self-transcending self-discoveryIn philosophy, the term Perennial Philosophy is used, and relates to a primary concern:
Some mystics use the term to refer to a manner wherein the mystic plumbs the depths of the self and reality in a radical process of meditative self-discovery to discover the true nature of reality experientially. Historically in some cultures and traditions, mind-altering substances -- often referred to as entheogens -- have had a place as a 'guide'; others use rituals and methods such as meditation, self-reflection or self-enquiry. Mysticism and syncretismMystics of different traditions report similar experiences of a world usually outside conventional perception, although not all forms of mysticism abandon knowledge perceived through normal means. Based on extraordinary perception, mystics may believe that one can find true unity of religion and philosophy in mystical experience. Elements of mysticism exist in most religions and in many philosophies. Some mystics perceive a common thread of influence in all mystic philosophies that they see as traceable back to a shared source. The Vedic tradition is inherently mystic; the Christian apocalyptic Book of Revelation is clearly mystical, as with Ezekiel's or Daniel's visions of Judaism, and Muslims believe that the angel Gabriel inspired the Qur'an in a mystical manner. Indigenous cultures also have cryptic revelations pointing toward a universal flow of love or unity, usually following a vision quest or similar ritual. Mystical philosophies thus can exhibit a strong tendency towards syncretism. Some systems of mysticism are found within specific religious traditions and do not relinquish doctrinal principles as a part of mystical experience. For example, Christian mystics, through the centuries, have not decided that Jesus is not God after all: in other words, not all mysticism results in syncretism. In some definite cases, theology remains a distinct source of insight that guides and informs the mystical experience. For example, St. Thomas Aquinas' mystical experiences all occurred squarely within the love of the Catholic Eucharist. On the difficulty of defining mysticismReaders frequently encounter seemingly open-ended statements among studies of mysticism, throughout its history, for example in Taoist thought and in studies of Kabbalah. In his work, Kabbalah, Gershom Scholem, a prominent 20th century scholar of that field, stated: The Kabbalah is not a single system with basic principles which can be explained in a simple and straightforward fashion, but consists rather of a multiplicity of different approaches, widely separated from one another and sometimes completely contradictory. In Catholic traditions, mystical theology is informed by revelation, which averts an apparent tendency to become lost in formless thought. Christian mystics, too, are obligated to obey the forms of ascetical and moral theology, as following Christ is their primary objective, rather than seeking mystical experiences for their own sake. [1] (http://chastitysf.guidetopsychology.com/guide.htm) Theosophy and OccultismThe late 19th century saw an significant increase of interest in mysticism in the West that combined with increased interest in Occultism and Eastern Philosophy. Theosophy became a major movement in the popularization of these interests. Madame Blavatsky and Gurdjieff functioned as central figures of the theosophy movement. This trend later became absorbed in the rise of the New Age movement which included a major surge in the popularity of astrology. At the end of the 20th Century books like Conversations With God (a series of books which describes what the author claimed to be his experience of direct communication with God) hit the bestseller lists. Examples in major traditionsExamples of major traditions and philosophies with strong elements of mysticism are:
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Some examples of other mystics:. In 2004 Donny Osmond returned to the UK Top 10 for the first time as a solo artist since 1973, with the George Benson-sampling "Breeze On By", co-written with fellow former teen idol (in many countries but never the United States) Gary Barlow, of 1990s UK boy band Take That. Some examples of Jewish mystics:. He received some criticism from members for not serving a mission like his religion encourages, but most of the furor over this lack of service has died down. Some examples of Muslim mystics (also called sufi):. Donny, like the rest of his family, is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Some examples of Christian mystics:. Donny is currently the host of Pyramid, a syndicated game show. Some examples of Hindu mystics:. He married Debra Glenn in 1978 and is the father of five boys. Examples of major traditions and philosophies with strong elements of mysticism are:. Donny is still recording new music, and is quite content with his place in the music business. At the end of the 20th Century books like Conversations With God (a series of books which describes what the author claimed to be his experience of direct communication with God) hit the bestseller lists. The show ran for two seasons, and marked the first time the brother and sister had been together professionally in twenty years. This trend later became absorbed in the rise of the New Age movement which included a major surge in the popularity of astrology. He suffered from Social Anxiety Disorder, which he was able to get under control and go on to cohost a television talk show with Marie in 1998. Madame Blavatsky and Gurdjieff functioned as central figures of the theosophy movement. Donny also found success on the Broadway stage when he starred in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Theosophy became a major movement in the popularization of these interests. charts with the song "Soldier of Love" and its followup "Sacred Emotion". The late 19th century saw an significant increase of interest in mysticism in the West that combined with increased interest in Occultism and Eastern Philosophy. Donny spent several years as a performer before returning to the U.S. [1] (http://chastitysf.guidetopsychology.com/guide.htm). When Donny and Marie ended, Donny tried to reinvent himself as a solo artist. In Catholic traditions, mystical theology is informed by revelation, which averts an apparent tendency to become lost in formless thought. Christian mystics, too, are obligated to obey the forms of ascetical and moral theology, as following Christ is their primary objective, rather than seeking mystical experiences for their own sake. The duo recorded several albums together before and while starring in their own television variety series, "Donny and Marie" which aired on ABC from 1976-1979. In his work, Kabbalah, Gershom Scholem, a prominent 20th century scholar of that field, stated: The Kabbalah is not a single system with basic principles which can be explained in a simple and straightforward fashion, but consists rather of a multiplicity of different approaches, widely separated from one another and sometimes completely contradictory.. In the mid '70s, Donny was paired up with his younger sister, Marie. Readers frequently encounter seemingly open-ended statements among studies of mysticism, throughout its history, for example in Taoist thought and in studies of Kabbalah. Donny became a teen idol in the early 1970s when he broke away from his older brothers to become a solo act. Thomas Aquinas' mystical experiences all occurred squarely within the love of the Catholic Eucharist. The two oldest children, Tom and Virl, were hearing-impaired; Alan, Jay, Merrill, Wayne, and Donny were members of the popular singing group The Osmond Brothers. For example, St. He is the brother of Alan, Jay, Jimmy, Merrill, Wayne, Marie, Tom, and Virl Osmond. In some definite cases, theology remains a distinct source of insight that guides and informs the mystical experience. Donny was half of the brother-sister singing act Donny and Marie. For example, Christian mystics, through the centuries, have not decided that Jesus is not God after all: in other words, not all mysticism results in syncretism. Born to parents Olive and George Osmond. Some systems of mysticism are found within specific religious traditions and do not relinquish doctrinal principles as a part of mystical experience. Donald Clark "Donny" Osmond (born December 9, 1957 in Ogden, Utah) is a singer, ex-teen idol, talk show host, actor, and record producer. Mystical philosophies thus can exhibit a strong tendency towards syncretism. The Vedic tradition is inherently mystic; the Christian apocalyptic Book of Revelation is clearly mystical, as with Ezekiel's or Daniel's visions of Judaism, and Muslims believe that the angel Gabriel inspired the Qur'an in a mystical manner. Indigenous cultures also have cryptic revelations pointing toward a universal flow of love or unity, usually following a vision quest or similar ritual. Some mystics perceive a common thread of influence in all mystic philosophies that they see as traceable back to a shared source. Elements of mysticism exist in most religions and in many philosophies. Based on extraordinary perception, mystics may believe that one can find true unity of religion and philosophy in mystical experience. Mystics of different traditions report similar experiences of a world usually outside conventional perception, although not all forms of mysticism abandon knowledge perceived through normal means. Historically in some cultures and traditions, mind-altering substances -- often referred to as entheogens -- have had a place as a 'guide'; others use rituals and methods such as meditation, self-reflection or self-enquiry. Some mystics use the term to refer to a manner wherein the mystic plumbs the depths of the self and reality in a radical process of meditative self-discovery to discover the true nature of reality experientially. In philosophy, the term Perennial Philosophy is used, and relates to a primary concern:. This causes the subjectivist tendency of mysticism to be curtailed, as experiences not aligned with truths otherwise known are discarded. In Catholicism the mystical experience is not sought for its own sake, and is always informed by revelation and ascetical theology. Thomas Aquinas, a Catholic mystic of the 13th century, defined it as cognitio dei experimentalis (experiential knowledge of God). St. One can receive these very subjective experiences as visions, dreams, revelations, prophecies, and so forth. Theistic, pantheistic, and panentheistic classical pantheist/cosmotheist metaphysical systems most often understand mystical experience as individual communion with a god or goddess. Many assert that the triggering of such experience can involve ritual prayer and contemplations focused on such union, or may sometimes occur spontaneously with some individuals. Among these the idea of union or interrelationship of oneself and of all mortal beings with the ultimate imperishable being is often declared to be something that can be experienced in profound, definite, and personally undeniable ways, rather than something that is merely conjectured. Different traditions adopt a range of intellectual or rational assessments of what is likely, possible, provable, approvable, or factual. A wide range of perspectives occur among spiritual traditions and beliefs which embrace direct experiential knowledge of God, Divinity, or Ultimate Reality. In the context of epistemology, it can refer to using any kind of non-rational means, such as feeling or faith, in attempt to arrive at any kind of knowledge or belief. Mysticism (ancient Greek mysticon = secret) is meditation, prayer, or theology focused on the direct experience of union with divinity, God, or Ultimate Reality, or the belief that such experience is a genuine and important source of knowledge. Zen Buddhism. Yoga. Vedantic Hinduism. Transcendentalist Unitarianism. Tibetan Buddhism. Taoism. Sufic Islam. Quakerism in its theology. Near Death Experiences. The New Age movement
Mystery religions and cults. Mormonism, being founded on visions, revelations, and angelic ordination. Judaic Kabbalah. Eastern Orthodox Hesychasm. Christian mysticism. Christian Gnosticism. |