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What is the dark side of religion related to discrimination among women?
What is the dark side of religion related to discrimination among women?
Discrimination among women in different religions like Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism where women face restrictions and inequality in various aspects.
What is demonology?
What is demonology?
Ordeal is an ancient test of guilt or innocence by subjection of the accused to severe __________.
Ordeal is an ancient test of guilt or innocence by subjection of the accused to severe __________.
pain
Religious trauma can involve breaking away from controlling environments, lifestyles, or spiritual figures.
Religious trauma can involve breaking away from controlling environments, lifestyles, or spiritual figures.
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Match the following types of abuse within religious institutions with their descriptions:
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What is religion?
What is religion?
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According to Sigmund Freud, how did he define religion?
According to Sigmund Freud, how did he define religion?
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Which statement best describes spirituality?
Which statement best describes spirituality?
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Religion is communal, whereas __________ is personal.
Religion is communal, whereas __________ is personal.
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Match the following religious experiences with their definitions:
Match the following religious experiences with their definitions:
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Which of the following are key features of mindfulness?
Which of the following are key features of mindfulness?
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What is mindfulness?
What is mindfulness?
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Mindfulness involves bringing kindness, compassion, warmth, and friendliness to experiences.
Mindfulness involves bringing kindness, compassion, warmth, and friendliness to experiences.
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According to the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism, the cause of suffering is craving and ________.
According to the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism, the cause of suffering is craving and ________.
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Match the mindfulness practices with their corresponding religions:
Match the mindfulness practices with their corresponding religions:
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Augustine, a significant theologian, experienced a moral conversion after reading the book of Romans in the Bible.
Augustine, a significant theologian, experienced a moral conversion after reading the book of Romans in the Bible.
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What key feature of conversion emphasizes an unexpected occurrence without being sought?
What key feature of conversion emphasizes an unexpected occurrence without being sought?
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What does a mystical experience involve?
What does a mystical experience involve?
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Prayer involves communication with ________.
Prayer involves communication with ________.
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Match the type of mysticism with its description:
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What problem can ideologies pose for individuals?
What problem can ideologies pose for individuals?
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Isolation from society is a common characteristic of cults.
Isolation from society is a common characteristic of cults.
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Which type of cult focuses primarily on spiritual beliefs as the foundation?
Which type of cult focuses primarily on spiritual beliefs as the foundation?
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Match the type of abuse with examples within religious institutions:
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What concept in Hinduism involves the hierarchical distribution of gunas among varnas?
What concept in Hinduism involves the hierarchical distribution of gunas among varnas?
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What is one reason why people may join cults?
What is one reason why people may join cults?
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What is the Buddhist Wheel of Life also known as?
What is the Buddhist Wheel of Life also known as?
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Hinduism views death as part of a cyclical process of birth, death, and rebirth.
Hinduism views death as part of a cyclical process of birth, death, and rebirth.
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How many realms is the Buddhist Wheel of Life divided into?
How many realms is the Buddhist Wheel of Life divided into?
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According to Sikhism, what is commonly referred to as 'Wonderful Lord' or 'Wonderful Teacher'?
According to Sikhism, what is commonly referred to as 'Wonderful Lord' or 'Wonderful Teacher'?
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What was the reason for the opposition faced by Galileo Galilei from the Catholic Church?
What was the reason for the opposition faced by Galileo Galilei from the Catholic Church?
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What is another name for the Hebrew patriarch Abraham?
What is another name for the Hebrew patriarch Abraham?
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Abraham's wife, Sarah, was his half-sister.
Abraham's wife, Sarah, was his half-sister.
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Abraham's first wife Hagar was an ________ Slave.
Abraham's first wife Hagar was an ________ Slave.
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Match the following strengths with the biblical figure Abraham:
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According to Christian belief, what did God create on the fourth day of Creation?
According to Christian belief, what did God create on the fourth day of Creation?
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What happens immediately after death in Hindu traditions?
What happens immediately after death in Hindu traditions?
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What are rice balls placed near the casket called?
What are rice balls placed near the casket called?
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Buddhists view death as a final end.
Buddhists view death as a final end.
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In Judaism, burial should happen as soon as possible after __________.
In Judaism, burial should happen as soon as possible after __________.
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Match the religion with its view on sin:
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Study Notes
Religion and Spirituality
- Religion refers to a system of beliefs, practices, rituals, and moral codes centered around the worship of a deity or deities, or a divine or transcendent power.
- Religion plays a significant role in shaping cultural identities, social structures, and worldviews.
- Examples of religions include Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism.
Spirituality
- Spirituality refers to the deeply personal and subjective experience of seeking meaning, purpose, and connection to something greater than oneself.
- Spirituality is not limited to any specific religious tradition or set of beliefs and can be expressed and experienced in diverse ways.
- Examples of spirituality include meditation, yoga, nature-based spirituality, and personal growth and self-reflection.
Key Differences between Religion and Spirituality
- Religion is communal and focuses on organized beliefs and systems, while spirituality is individualized and focuses on personal experiences and inner growth.
- Religion is often associated with traditional institutions and dogma, while spirituality is more personal and flexible.
Examples of Religious Experiences
- Visions: supernatural appearances that convey a message from God, such as Moses seeing a burning bush and hearing God's voice in Exodus 3.
- Voices: hearing voices offering comfort or guidance, which may be interpreted as divine, such as God speaking to Abraham in Genesis 22.
- Conversion: a change from one religion to another, within a tradition, from no faith to faith, or from belief to trust, such as Paul's conversion in the Bible.
- Mysticism: an overwhelming awareness of God's presence, such as experiencing God through nature or in personal encounters.
- Prayer: communication with God, including blessing, adoration, petition, asking forgiveness, intercession, thanksgiving, and praise.
- The Numinous: an experience of awe and wonder, such as Simon Peter's words to Jesus after the miraculous catch of fish in Luke 5:8.
- Paranormal Experiences: less intense experiences than mystical experiences, including telepathy, clairvoyance, psychokinesis, and out-of-body experiences.
- Charismatic Experiences: gifts or blessings given to individuals by God, such as miracles, prophesying, healing, and speaking in tongues.
- Regenerative Experiences: being 'born again' and taking a new direction in life, often accompanied by a strong conviction of divine guidance and assurance of grace.
Spiritual Care in Nursing Practice Theory
- Spiritual care plays a crucial role in palliative care, as facing a terminal illness often prompts individuals to reflect on their lives differently, potentially altering their spiritual needs.
- Health and social care professionals can assist in exploring these needs and recognize when additional support might be required.### Spiritual Care in Nursing
- Definition of Spirituality: an aspect of the self that seeks meaning and purpose in life, transcends time and space, and serves as the source of connections within oneself, between individuals, and to a higher power (Burkhart et al., 2008)
- Definition of Spiritual Care: a deliberate effort to assist others in nurturing their spirituality, especially to navigate through challenging circumstances (Burkhart and Hogan, 2008)
- Spiritual Nursing Care Theory: asserts that spiritual needs are integral components of a patient's overall needs, holding equal importance to other needs (Bangcola, 2019)
Three Interlocking Factors of Holistic Care
- External environment: includes the nurse as the healthcare provider and requires spiritual competency
- Culture of the patient's family or significant others
- Spiritual nursing care
Trust and Spiritual Competency
- Trust is essential between the nurse and the patient, as well as between the nurse and the patient's family members
- Spiritual competency entails a defined set of attitudes, knowledge, and skills in the realm of spirituality that every nurse should possess to practice nursing effectively and ethically
Spiritual Assessment Tools
- HOPE assessment: addresses fundamental themes such as hope, organized religion, personal spirituality, and effects on medical care and end-of-life issues
- Other ways to assess spiritual needs: starting the conversation with open-ended questions, encouraging patients to talk about their feelings, and paying attention to hints of spiritual concerns
Providing Spiritual Care to Patients
- Establish rapport with the patient and inquire about their priorities and needs
- Allocate time to comprehend personal spiritual beliefs and practices
- Be attentive to indications of spiritual struggles and respond with empathy and compassion
- Avoid imposing personal beliefs and focus on providing support and care
Barriers to Spiritual Care
- Lack of formal education about spiritual care
- Lack of time and task-oriented culture
- Unused resources
- Unclear chaplain roles
- Diverse cultural beliefs and practices
Mindfulness and Spirituality
- Definition of Mindfulness: awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally to things as they are
- Historical Background: mindfulness has its roots in Buddhism and has been researched in the context of spirituality and wellbeing
Mindfulness in Different Religions
- Buddhism: practices like meditation and mindfulness in daily activities cultivate present moment awareness
- Hinduism: yoga and meditation are central to Hindu mindfulness practices
- Christianity: contemplative prayer and Lectio Divina are examples of mindfulness practices
- Islam: Sufism emphasizes practices like Dhikr (remembrance of God) as forms of mindfulness
- Judaism: Kabbalistic meditation and mindfulness in daily commandments are examples of Jewish mindfulness practices
Benefits of Mindfulness
- Lowers stress, anxiety, and depression
- Strengthens parts of the brain related to attention, sensory processing, emotion, and stress regulation, and empathy/compassion
Mindfulness Techniques
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Mindful breathing
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Body scan meditation
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Mindful eating
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Walking meditation
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Loving-kindness meditation
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Mindful journaling### The Dark Side of Religion
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Institutional religions can perpetuate shame and guilt, making individuals believe their innate selves are inherently wrong or bad.
Religious Trauma
- Religious trauma involves breaking away from a controlling environment, lifestyle, or spiritual figure.
- Example: An adolescent expressing their thoughts is physically disciplined or beaten into submission by a parent or religious leader to “save their soul”.
Hindrance on Scientific Knowledge
- The Galileo Affair: In the 17th century, Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei faced opposition from the Catholic Church due to his support for the heliocentric model of the solar system.
- The Church accused Galileo of heresy and forced him to recant his views, hindering scientific progress.
Spiritual Struggles
- Spiritual struggles, such as troubled relationships with God or negative social encounters in religious settings, can lead to psychological distress.
- Research indicates that these struggles can lead to higher levels of distress and may even impact physical health and mortality.
Use of Power in Personal Use that may lead to abuse
- Abuse within religious institutions can manifest as sexual coercion, emotional manipulation, financial exploitation, physical harm, or verbal mistreatment.
- Examples:
- Sexual Coercion: Leaders may pressure individuals into providing sexual favors under the threat of excommunication.
- Financial Abuse: Members might be coerced into constant donations to their religious institution.
- Instilling Fear: Manipulative leaders can instill fear through religious teachings, controlling followers’ behavior and beliefs.
Hinduism’s Hierarchical Distribution
- Hinduism has its complexities, with the concept of the three gunas (sattva, rajas, and tamas) hierarchically distributed among varnas (social classes).
- This hierarchical structure has been criticized for perpetuating inequality.
Buddhism Beliefs
- While karma encourages good behavior, it can also lead to harmful beliefs.
- Example: Telling a student that their learning difficulties are due to being a book-burning murderer in a past life can be psychologically devastating.
Cults and Dangerous Ideologies
- A cult is a system or group of people who practice excessive devotion to a figure, object, or belief system.
- Examples of Ideologies: Capitalism, Marxism, Scientism.
When Does an Ideology Become Dangerous?
- An ideology becomes dangerous when it prevents genuine inquiry and personal development.
- Examples: Doomsday Cults, Political Cults, Religious Cults, Sex Cults.
Characteristics of a Cult
- Authoritarian: Encourages maximum dependency on the leader.
- Extremist beliefs: Members have a very dogmatic and extreme belief.
- Isolation from society: Members are led to isolate themselves from friends and families.
- Veneration of a single individual: Charismatic leaders are often the center of most cults.
How to Get out of a Cult
- Recognize the signs of a cult.
- Get professional support.
- Build a social support network.
- Create an exit plan.
- Rebuild your life after leaving a cult.
Examples of Cults
- The Branch Davidians led by David Koresh.
- Napoleon Bonaparte.
- Kingdom of Jesus Christ, the Name Above Every Name led by Apollo Quiboloy.
- The One Taste Misstep led by Nicole Daedone.
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Learn about the differences between religion and spirituality. Explore how religion is organized with set doctrines and practices, while spirituality is individualized and not confined to a specific set of beliefs.
