Religion and spirituality are different concepts. Religion is about: theology; and doctrine. Spirituality, in all its forms, comes down to two beliefs: there is a power greater than self; everyone and everything is connected to that power.
Can spirituality be found in religion? Yes, it can be found in religion. Sadly there are too many examples where spirituality is missing from many religious environments.
Spirituality can be found in many different forms. Some of us commune with nature. Some believe in Universal Love, others Universal Truth. The Star Wars movies have the Force. Eastern traditions have chakras. Buddhism has the Four Noble Truths. Recovery has the Twelve Steps.
If you are from a religious background, then explore spirituality within your own faith. Islam has the Sufis, an ascetic and mystical sect. First century Christians had Gnosticism. A new age spiritual form of Christianity is A Course In Miracles.
It doesn’t matter which spiritual path you take. I can say that being on a spiritual path is rewarding and fulfilling. Embark on your own spiritual journey. I promise that it will take you to places that you never even dreamed of.
theology: there is a proper and correct knowledge of God and God’s attributes
doctrine: there is a proper and correct set of teachings, rules, and laws governing our thoughts and behaviors
spirituality: the belief that there is a power greater than self, and that everyone and everything is connected to that power
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