Mysticism

usgb/ˈmɪstɪsɪzəm/
noun

The belief that it is possible to directly know God or other spiritual truth through deep thought or by having special experiences outside of the normal human experience.

Many philosophers in the Middle Ages were drawn to mysticism.
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  • christian mysticism
  • islamic mysticism

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Intimate Experience

Focuses on a deeply personal understanding or encounter with spirituality, not a general belief.

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His retreat into the mountains was to seek mysticism through solitude.
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Not Organized Religion

Mysticism usually refers to experiences beyond traditional religious practices and institutions.

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She explored mysticism, looking for truths beyond the church's teachings.
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Direct Insight

Mysticism involves direct insight or revelation not mediated by human interpretation.

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Through meditation, he experienced mysticism as a direct insight into the divine.
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