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meditation

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
meditation religious discipline in which the mind is focused on a single point of reference. It may be a means of invoking divine grace , as in the contemplation by Christian mystics of a spiritual theme, question, or problem; or it may be a means of attaining conscious union with the divine, e.g., through visualization of a deity or inward repetition of a prayer or mantra (sacred sound). Some forms of meditation involve putting the body in a special position, such as the seated, cross-legged lotus position, and using special breathing practices. Employed since ancient times in various... Read more
Meditation
Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders ... experiences. Movement meditation may be spontaneous and free form or it may involve ... ancient Chinese forms of meditation with movement; both are ... of classes involving meditation, movement, and group ... settings around the world. Meditation is not considered a medical ... religious groups or ... Read more
Transcendental Meditation
The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition service mark for a meditation technique and program founded by ... Vedic philosophy. Stressing natural meditation and the mental and physical benefits ... could be achieved, Transcendental Meditation is said to help individuals achieve ... Read more

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