Contemplation, as it has come to be understood in the…
““Contemplation, as it has come to be understood in the Christian tradition, is a return to the paradisiacal state of union with God, which brings to fulfillment the redemptive act of Christ. It is the beginning of a level of consciousness, beyond ordinary consciousness, in which one begins to experience the reality of new life, of risen life. It is an experience of union with God and a realization of our oneness with our brothers and sisters.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes Christian contemplative practice as returning to a divine union, achieving higher consciousness and a sense of new, risen life shared with all.
In simple terms: Contemplation leads to divine union and higher consciousness.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper spiritual connection.
Themes
spirituality
contemplation
union
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
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Contemplation:1
Meditation:0
New life:0
Philosophy of Mind:0
Contemplation Come:0
Ordinary Consciousness:0
Risen Life:0
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When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- group meditation
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
theology
mindfulness
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does union with the divine mean to you?
- How can contemplative practice affect daily life?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of contemplation vary across traditions.