What Is It Flashcards
1
Q
What is a religious experience
A
an encounter with the divine
2
Q
what is meant by a direct encounter?
A
experient feels in contact with God
3
Q
What is meant by an indirect encounter
A
inner experience of God’s action
4
Q
When do RE mostly occur
A
in private
5
Q
What is an example of a corporate experience
A
Toronto Blessing
6
Q
Is each RE unique
A
Yes
7
Q
But do some RE share similarities or common themes
A
Yes
8
Q
Andrew Greely - most common feelings from religious experiences are:
A
- deep, inner peace
- a certainty that all will turn out for the good
- joy
= great emotional intensity
