Ritual as the behavioral side of sanctification (original) (raw)

2009

Abstract

ABSTRACT Ritual behavior seems to be an apparent element of a comprehensive theory of spirituality, which would consist of such elements, as the cognitive capabilities of mind, need for meaning, existential triggers of transcending one’s own limitedness, and coping strategies of that transcendence. Following the assumption of Pargament and Mahoney (2006), I propose to see ritual as the relevant way of sanctification. Examples of rituals catalyzing sanctification both in religious and secular contexts will be presented. Furthermore, ritualistic sanctification can be seen from the perspective of twofold life experience: mundane and sanctified, an idea introduced by Pawluczuk (1990). One may claim that ritual behavior is a powerful means of enhancing the shift from the mundane to the sanctified, marked by the feeling of sacredness. Therefore, testing the feeling of sacredness can be considered as useful also for measurement of the degree of transcendence (spiritual growth)

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