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- Predecessors to the modern devotion to the Sacred Heart existed to ... Marie Alacoque, who said she learned the devotion from Jesus in visions. ...16 KB (2,644 words) - 18:34, 22 December 2022
- as an ardent practitioner of bhakti (devotion) toward different forms ... He was a fervent practitioner of bhakti (devotion to god), and is often said ...11 KB (1,615 words) - 15:51, 18 June 2022
- the guru, and unwavering commitment, devotion and obedience in the student ... way; however, due to the extreme devotion and loyalty toward the Guru ...14 KB (2,161 words) - 07:58, 24 July 2023
- holy men and kings espousing this form of devotion as early as the ninth century ... difficult since their literature, music, devotion wed with their composite ...13 KB (1,811 words) - 23:13, 26 December 2022
- was impressed with Ramakrishna’s devotion, he disliked his apparent ... that combined Ramakrishna’s bhakti, or devotion, the teachings of the Hindu ...10 KB (1,573 words) - 15:56, 18 June 2022
- ===Devotion to the Arts=== Li Houzhu devoted much of his time to pleasure-making and literature, and this is reflected in his early poems. However ...10 KB (1,502 words) - 22:23, 25 October 2022
- of Godhead) through constant, sincere devotion. Renowned as a devotee of ... from others. As a young boy, his devotion to the deity Vithoba was ...18 KB (3,150 words) - 02:42, 11 March 2023
- could only be bridged by bhakti, or devotion. Many of Madhva's views ... true nature of Brahman and thereby exude devotion toward him. Others can gain ...15 KB (2,212 words) - 04:55, 5 November 2022
- one of the most well-known Christian books on devotion. Thomas was born at Kempen in the duchy of Cleves in Germany around 1380. He was educated ...10 KB (1,599 words) - 22:58, 30 April 2023
- rituals, or intense yoga, but by simple devotion to Ram (God) and by doing ... with the theme of Rama, his doings, and devotion to him. The former are: ...12 KB (1,974 words) - 18:42, 2 May 2023
- only be won through bhakti (pure-hearted devotion). According to Raghavendra ... only be won through bhakti (pure-hearted devotion). The liberated soul does ...18 KB (2,831 words) - 00:04, 8 December 2022
- It is hard to conclude if Canute’s devotion to the Church came out ... in 1027 was another sign of his dedicated devotion to the Christian faith. ...11 KB (1,794 words) - 19:28, 25 November 2023
- philosophy (िसद्धांत) of devotion to God (भगवान्). ... to restore people to the right path of devotion. He meditated on Krishna ...15 KB (2,305 words) - 14:14, 3 May 2023
- of the divine. Saints are known for their devotion to God as well as for their ... ideals for the lay public: people whose devotion to the Lord allowed them ...11 KB (1,740 words) - 00:48, 23 December 2022
- However, her great devotion to Lord Krishna did not always endear ... Movement showed the path to salvation by devotion. Other saints belonging ...8 KB (1,235 words) - 18:54, 9 November 2022
- because of his forthright and outspoken devotion to the risen Christ. ... founding in 1216. There was a substantial devotion to St. Jude in this area ...13 KB (2,095 words) - 06:38, 28 February 2023
- through her own appeals to asceticism and devotion, she is able to attract ... made by agents of Shiva to test her devotion, Parvati remains faithful ...16 KB (2,503 words) - 08:58, 18 November 2022
- favorable rebirth. This practice involved devotion to Amida Buddha as expressed ... anybody could use toward Enlightenment: Devotion to Amida Buddha as expressed ...10 KB (1,641 words) - 13:45, 1 August 2022
- of these stories is to provide a model of devotion for Hindus: as the gopis ... Devotion to Krishna has had an enormous impact on the Indian arts ...13 KB (2,067 words) - 23:27, 12 June 2023
- of an individual's unquestioning devotion, as exemplified in bhakti. ... from the fetters of material existence. Devotion to Isvara (or isvarapranidhana ...11 KB (1,693 words) - 06:19, 11 March 2024
- poems). Tukaram emphasized a life of devotion to God and loving service ... he began to write poems, inspired by his devotion for Lord Vithoba (Vitthal ...13 KB (2,044 words) - 18:41, 2 May 2023
- the king such a steady earnestness in his devotion, and I wondered how it was ... 039;s most notable characteristic was her devotion to the poor and downtrodden: ...9 KB (1,439 words) - 13:25, 5 September 2022
- Friendhelm Hardy, Viraha-Bhakti--The Early History of Krsna Devotion ... *Hardy, Friedhelm. Viraha-Bhakti--The Early History of Krsna Devotion ...11 KB (1,583 words) - 23:49, 2 December 2022
- religion are accounts of castration as an act of devotion. Archaeological finds at Çatalhöyük, a large Neolithic town of southern Anatolia, suggest ...10 KB (1,493 words) - 22:47, 29 January 2023
- Historically, worship of Guan Yin originated from earlier devotion ... of Guan Yin can become focal points for devotion: for example, the Monastery ...10 KB (1,730 words) - 22:16, 2 December 2021
- Prayer in front of a cross or crucifix is often part of devotion for ... *Laugerud, Henning, and Laura Katrine Skinnebach. Instruments of devotion: ...15 KB (2,416 words) - 06:30, 11 January 2024
- The linga (also known as "Lingam") is the primary symbol of the Hindu god Shiva and the main cultic object of devotion in Shaivism ...15 KB (2,359 words) - 23:15, 18 April 2020
- While my own confidence in your ability, zeal, and devotion to the ... His self-reliance, courage, sagacity, and devotion to the cause brought confidence ...15 KB (2,251 words) - 20:40, 4 October 2022
- cowherdesses, of the celestial Vrindavan. Devotion according to Nimbarka, consists ... brought about by God’s grace, which is due to devotion. ...20 KB (3,196 words) - 04:44, 15 November 2022
- who attempted to change her steadfast devotion to poverty. Through the ... established a life of religious joy and devotion for women that allowed them ...19 KB (3,232 words) - 22:31, 10 December 2023
- used as a specific formula of Christian devotion. It states that "there ... The Hail Mary is also the central part of the Angelus, a devotion ...12 KB (1,964 words) - 16:45, 21 January 2024
- ===Devotion to Baal Melqart=== Whether or not this song actually pertains to Jezebel, it captures the hopes that the court of Israel must have ...16 KB (2,494 words) - 03:03, 1 August 2022
- which Ralph T.H. Griffith translates as "those who hate devotion ... it in their names, signifying their total devotion to god. An example is Mohandas ...15 KB (2,317 words) - 20:43, 19 May 2020
- this was caused by Nabonidus overt devotion to Sîn and his lack of ... all the other gods, and paid special devotion to Sîn's temple in ...17 KB (2,715 words) - 22:59, 10 November 2022
- religion whose message of monotheistic devotion and religious harmony offered ... Its ethical tone and singularity of devotion were elements that enamored ...16 KB (2,463 words) - 00:15, 5 March 2024
- as part of the daily round of monastic devotion was probably largely due ... to incorporate elements of monastic devotion into their spiritual lives ...20 KB (3,067 words) - 00:11, 19 November 2023
- particular religious vision. It stresses devotion to Israel's covenant ... details about the Essene movement, its devotion to its beloved Teacher of ...13 KB (2,022 words) - 22:57, 22 June 2020
- their creativity and their religious devotion. ==Etymology== and the prominence of art in service to devotion to the Virgin Mary during ...21 KB (3,389 words) - 04:56, 5 November 2022
- can only be acquired through bhakti (devotion). The liberated soul does ... is through bhakti yoga, the path of devotion toward God. Only bhakti ...14 KB (2,041 words) - 17:24, 12 February 2024
- the central focus of Jodo Shinshu is devotion to Amida Buddha manifested ... managed to survive intact due to the devotion of its monto (lay-groups ...23 KB (3,447 words) - 20:10, 24 April 2023
- died. Her passing was a sign that his new devotion to religious interests was ... ===Spiritual devotion (1923-1930)=== In 1923, Coburn became involved ...23 KB (3,410 words) - 08:45, 23 July 2023
- then set free by her Master to practice devotion and to engage in prayer ... ensure that she was fed and clothed. Her devotion to God was so intense that ...18 KB (3,164 words) - 16:18, 7 December 2022
- word. Carved into wood blocks in an act of devotion to win divine protection for Korea during a time of war, the Tripitaka Koreana has won the well ...7 KB (985 words) - 17:42, 2 May 2023
- How far the use of such medal of devotion extended in the early Church ... the pilgrim as a souvenir and stimulus to devotion and at the same time attested ...24 KB (3,815 words) - 05:56, 25 August 2020
- matter, and each will choose a form of devotion and a spiritual leader that ... conception of which also varies. For the devotion oriented traditions, liberation ...19 KB (2,973 words) - 13:22, 22 January 2024
- the supreme devotee of Rama. Hence, his devotion became the prototype for ... serving to demonstrate the acts of devotion and bravery that Hanuman ...19 KB (3,063 words) - 19:40, 29 January 2022
- of Indian Buddhism into Tibet, devotion to Tārā became incorporated ... preserving such qualities, but one’s devotion to the patron deity becomes ...26 KB (4,258 words) - 04:30, 27 February 2023
- one;" Abu'l Fida, "father of devotion," or "the devout one." An object or a place may be given a nickname, such as Abu ...7 KB (1,044 words) - 07:15, 13 June 2023
- until after Khadijah's death, out of his devotion to her. The year of her death is known as the Year of Sorrow, because of the devastation that ...7 KB (1,148 words) - 03:33, 6 October 2022
- will generate positive karma, such as devotion to God, the performance ... will, humanity must seek God. Bhakti (devotion) or disinterested service ...16 KB (2,496 words) - 07:22, 5 October 2022
- Thutmose IV's personal although not public devotion to Aten laid the foundation for the short-lived Atenistic revolution under his grandson, Akhenaten. ...7 KB (1,124 words) - 02:51, 4 November 2022
- in temple rituals today. The path of devotion as expounded by these mystics ... major male deity to whom monotheistic devotion is dedicated in the Hindu ...42 KB (6,471 words) - 14:11, 3 May 2023
- nature of the universe, proper duty, and supreme devotion. his kinfolk, illustrates his ideal devotion to God. Together, the inseparable ...20 KB (3,256 words) - 22:46, 9 March 2022
- which some of his brethren advocated. Devotion to Christ was foremost in ... warm affection, and generous impulses. Devotion to Christ was foremost in ...15 KB (2,292 words) - 19:10, 4 December 2023
- as backward-looking and their extreme devotion to detail was condemned ... the critic John Ruskin, who praised their devotion to nature and rejection ...16 KB (2,149 words) - 00:32, 12 April 2023
- -xxii.). The first, or "heart's devotion," is that of devout ... The second is the "devotion of peace," in which the human ...22 KB (3,548 words) - 03:48, 30 April 2023
- dimensions of human spirituality: Devotion (Bhakti), truth or intellect ... ninth centuries espousing ‘emotional devotion’ or bhakti to Vishnu-Krishna ...15 KB (2,058 words) - 02:15, 23 December 2022
- which builds on the "total Marian devotion" pioneered by ... Alan de Rupe, who helped to spread the devotion in France, Flanders, and ...35 KB (5,735 words) - 21:43, 16 April 2023
- in New York in 1876: sexual purity, devotion of surplus income to the ... for Ethical Culture; sexual purity, devotion of surplus income to the ...16 KB (2,476 words) - 04:32, 22 March 2024
- sources as well as the tradition of devotion to the wounds of Christ. ... Her mystical visions inspired others to devotion to Christ and some miracles ...16 KB (2,415 words) - 23:04, 20 November 2023
- which centered upon intense emotional devotion to a personal deity as the ... 4) vidhi, or observance, which includes devotion and ascetic practice, which ...34 KB (5,141 words) - 19:47, 14 April 2020
- consider the effect of either an exclusive devotion to gymnastics or an exclusive devotion to music. It either "produced a temper of hardness and ...17 KB (2,574 words) - 06:15, 20 December 2022
- Throughout his life Jevons pursued with devotion and industry the ideals ... Throughout his life, Jevons pursued with devotion and industry the ...23 KB (3,455 words) - 10:52, 12 May 2023
- demands reliability of response and strict devotion to regulations. (2) Such devotion to the rules leads to their transformation into absolutes; they ...17 KB (2,464 words) - 18:44, 22 November 2023
- day and went to mass. She was impressed by their devotion. ... *Coles, Robert. 1987. Dorothy Day: a radical devotion. Reading, MA: ...16 KB (2,524 words) - 17:27, 30 January 2024
- as a biographer seem to have grown out of his devotion to angling. It was probably as an angler that he made the acquaintance of Sir Henry Wotton ...8 KB (1,221 words) - 23:10, 10 March 2018
- mean living fully in accord with and in devotion to that which is true ... of other sensual desires to the primary devotion to truth ...17 KB (2,735 words) - 22:38, 3 April 2020
- her from power had failed due to Gojong's devotion to her. The Japanese sent ambassadors to Korea's royal court in an unsuccessful attempt ...8 KB (1,170 words) - 04:26, 23 March 2024
- strained because of Sullivan's devotion to Helen Keller. John moved to Europe in 1914. While they never divorced, he appears to have faded ...8 KB (1,257 words) - 06:56, 28 July 2023
- later sanctified for his exemplary devotion to the lifestyle and teachings ... * Kruger, Derek. "Writing as Devotion: Hagiographical Composition ...22 KB (3,532 words) - 19:06, 22 December 2022
- a Krishna bhakta, in order to show that devotion to Krishna was the key to ... through the Yogas of meditation, action, devotion and knowledge. In the sixth ...36 KB (5,510 words) - 03:32, 1 October 2023
- brought Nobel great wealth, but criticism of his devotion to armaments in the press made him turn inward later in life. He altered his will to provide ...8 KB (1,208 words) - 18:04, 20 July 2023
- In his devotion to science, Abelard had always lived a very regular ... utterance of human passion and womanly devotion. This was followed by the ...23 KB (3,725 words) - 01:06, 24 November 2022
- to the use of an image accompanying devotion to Ahura Mazda is from the ... Vairya (Good Dominion), Spenta Armaiti (Devotion), Haurvatat (Wholeness and ...19 KB (2,918 words) - 16:30, 30 December 2021
- to mock followers' seeming over devotion to the saints and their ... In mythology, Orúnla is known for his devotion to his friend Elegguá. ...19 KB (3,085 words) - 03:21, 23 December 2022
- practice, ethics, metaphysics, and devotion to the one common soul, ... would bless him for his understanding and devotion, and that he would be incarnated ...18 KB (2,929 words) - 09:05, 18 November 2022
- paths of dharma (righteousness), bhakti (devotion), and ultimately moksha ... union with God, and should inspire devotion in others while radiating ...18 KB (2,850 words) - 07:10, 23 August 2023
- This faith seeks salvation through total devotion (or bhakti) to the God developed ... The Swaminarayan Sampraday is devotion-focused and advocates God in ...48 KB (6,849 words) - 14:17, 28 April 2023
- God?: Historical Questions About Earliest Devotion To Jesus. Wm. B. Eerdmans ... *Hurtado, Larry W. One God, One Lord: Early Christian Devotion and ...22 KB (3,158 words) - 15:11, 27 April 2023
- killed. But, because of his life of filial devotion, he was miraculously revived. This story was often mentioned in the Chinese canon of Buddhist writings ...10 KB (1,518 words) - 22:58, 1 May 2021
- In Hinduism, the ritual use of the yantra is often tied to the devotion and symbolism of Shaktism. The Sanskrit word Shakti (meaning force, power ...9 KB (1,275 words) - 10:12, 22 May 2023
- Andes, Chile at age 19. Her life was one of devotion and sacrifice for the sake of the purification of the Catholic Church and its priests. ...8 KB (1,399 words) - 00:53, 23 December 2022
- with Pañcasikha's display of skill and devotion, to agree to marry Pañcasikha. Gandharvas are also closely related to Buddhist soteriology ...9 KB (1,445 words) - 07:26, 2 April 2008
- title of Taylors still popular manual of devotion, and whose first wife was ... were won by his undoubted sincerity and devotion, as well as by his eloquence ...18 KB (2,949 words) - 02:26, 1 August 2022
- religion are accounts of castration as an act of devotion, and sacred eunuchs are found in spiritual roles. Archaeological finds at Çatalhöyük, a large ...18 KB (2,792 words) - 18:55, 11 September 2023
- were usually sung at night to express love or devotion, and this tradition continued during the Baroque and early Classical periods, even as serenades ...10 KB (1,496 words) - 09:55, 26 January 2023
- which changed the nature of religious devotion on both sides of the Catholic/Protestant divide, and made the Speculum seem outdated. ...10 KB (1,439 words) - 19:13, 7 February 2023
- sermons and published 200 works, and spread devotion to the Eucharist and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. In 1870, Claret died in a Cistercian monastery ...9 KB (1,350 words) - 19:06, 22 December 2022
- to this theory, a projection of the clan, and devotion to the totem is devotion to the clan. Here, a society can ascertain the commitment of any individual ...20 KB (3,178 words) - 04:44, 1 May 2023
- :(3) Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotion to a deity (for example, to ... to practice, such as study and devotion * Āsana - integration of mind ...21 KB (3,177 words) - 00:10, 8 December 2022
- one had only to dip the vessel of one's devotion. He made it clear how one could, in fact, 'live by poetry'; it was a vocation, at ...10 KB (1,518 words) - 18:02, 3 May 2023
- quot;). At this time, he proclaimed that devotion to and practice of the Lotus ... (観心本尊抄: "The object of devotion for observing the mind in ...27 KB (4,005 words) - 23:30, 14 November 2022
- de Worde. But she is best remembered for her devotion to her son, and outlived him by only two months. Her descendants, Henry VIII and Elizabeth ...10 KB (1,621 words) - 03:53, 6 November 2022
- passion for freedom with the mystic's devotion to the religion of the spirit. Luther contemptuously dismissed him as a mouthpiece of the devil, ...10 KB (1,495 words) - 17:39, 25 January 2023
- advice, but Ruth pledges her undying devotion to her mother-in-law, declaring: :"Where you go I will go :and where you stay I will stay. ...10 KB (1,594 words) - 00:40, 19 November 2023
- popular myth and legend that are known for their devotion to the downtrodden and their collective lifestyle of “free and easy wandering.” Though ...9 KB (1,418 words) - 09:15, 20 January 2024
- and above all his single-minded devotion to victory. His power grew during Reconstruction as he dominated the House and helped to draft both ...9 KB (1,431 words) - 02:49, 19 April 2023
- a progressive six-stage path of devotion and surrender: bhakti (devotion), mahesha (selfless service), prasada (earnestly seeking Siva's ...20 KB (2,822 words) - 04:17, 29 October 2022
- :(3) Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotion to a deity (for example, to ... Thus, yoga may include love and devotion (as in Bhakti Yoga), selfless ...28 KB (4,293 words) - 11:10, 25 May 2023
- manuscript was also a time of religious devotion and prayer; monks used bright ... for Catholic Christian worship and devotion. The Latin name for a book ...21 KB (3,215 words) - 21:22, 25 February 2018
