Exploring the Practice of Meditation in Various Spiritual Traditions
Explore the concept of meditation as described in different religious and spiritual contexts including Hinduism and Buddhism. Reflect on the significance of meditation, the benefits it offers, and how it can lead to self-improvement and spiritual growth.
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And Isaac went out to meditatein the field in the evening; and he lifted his eyes and looked, and there, the camels werecoming. Gen 24:63 (NKJV) Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditatesday and night. Psalms 1:1-2 (NKJV)
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy--meditate on these things. Phil 4:8 (NKJV) Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think onthese things. Phil 4:8 (KJV) Meditate on these things; give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be evident to all. 16Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine. Continue in them, for in doing this you will save both yourself and those who hear you. 1 Tim 4:15-16 (NKJV)
1) What exactly is meditation? 2) Why should we take time to meditate? 3) How should we meditate?
Like what is practiced by many eastern religions In Hindu philosophy the mind (manas) is viewed as a receptacle (dhi) into which thoughts pour back and forth from the universal pool of thought forms. According to Hindu tradition, the human mind has the creative potency of God. You become what you think. You are a sum total of your thoughts and desires, not only of this life but also of your past lives http://www.hinduwebsite.com/hinduism/essays/meditat ion.asp
Like what is practiced by many eastern religions As its name suggests, the purpose of insight meditation is the realization of important truths. http://www.religionfacts.com/meditation/buddhism
The Lord Himself (Psalm 63:6). His works (Psalm 77:12). His Revealed Word (Psalm 119:15, 23, 48, 97- 99, 148). On "things" noble, just, pure, lovely, of good report, any virtue, anything praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8).
H1897 ha ga h BDB Definition: 1) to moan, growl, utter, muse, mutter, meditate, devise, plot, speak 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to roar, growl, groan 1a2) to utter, speak 1a3) to meditate, devise, muse, imagine 1b) (Poal) to utter 1c) (Hiphil) to mutter Part of Speech: verb A Related Word by BDB/Strong s Number: a primitive root [compare H1901] Same Word by TWOT Number: 467 (Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew Definitions)
G3049 logizomai Thayer Definition: 1) to reckon, count, compute, calculate, count over 1a) to take into account, to make an account of 1a1) metaphorically to pass to one s account, to impute 1a2) a thing is reckoned as or to be something, i.e. as availing for or equivalent to something, as having the like force and weight 1b) to number among, reckon with 1c) to reckon or account 2) to reckon inward, count up or weigh the reasons, to deliberate 3) by reckoning up all the reasons, to gather or infer 3a) to consider, take into account, weigh, meditate on 3b) to suppose, deem, judge 3c) to determine, purpose, decide Part of Speech:verb A Related Word by Thayer s/Strong s Number: middle voice from G3056 Citing in TDNT:4:284, 536
It produces joy and strength (Psalm 1:1-3; Isaiah 40:28-31). It allows us to renew our mind (Romans 12:1-2); setting our minds on things above (Colossians 3:1-14; Romans 8:5-8). We are commanded to do so (Philippians 4:8)!
Isaac meditated in the field at evening (Genesis 24:63). David meditated in his bed during the night watches (Psalm 4:3-4; 63:1-6). Seek out a time & place free of distraction.
But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day and night. Psalms 1:2 (NKJV) I will meditate on Your precepts, And contemplate Your ways. Psalms 119:15 (NKJV) Open my eyes, that I may see Wondrous things from Your law. Psalms 119:18 (NKJV)
H1897 ha ga h BDB Definition: 1) to moan, growl, utter, muse, mutter, meditate, devise, plot, speak 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to roar, growl, groan 1a2) to utter, speak 1a3) to meditate, devise, muse, imagine 1b) (Poal) to utter 1c) (Hiphil) to mutter Part of Speech: verb A Related Word by BDB/Strong s Number: a primitive root [compare H1901] Same Word by TWOT Number: 467 (Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew Definitions)
With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! 11Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You!
Involves thinking & reflecting upon things the Lord has revealed to us. Is commanded. Is very beneficial: Fosters joy and strength. Transform our minds. Enables us to overcome when tempted.
