Divinization

Divinization is the "making divine" of an earthly entity or activity.

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The concept of divinization is present in many faiths including Buddhism, Hinduism, Eastern Orthodox Christianity, and Christian mysticism. In some faiths it is a literal union with the divine, in others, it is a realization or experience so direct as to be called union, in others the building of a relantionship with God. It is also described as anything from becoming "gods"/God to being holy. It is also refered to as theosis and deification, esp. in the Christian Faith.

Related Topics:
Buddhism - Hinduism - Eastern Orthodox Christianity - Christian mysticism - God - Theosis - Deification - Christian

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The idea is found in Aurobindo's evolutionary philosophy. Andrew Harvey has also elaborated on the idea.

Related Topics:
Aurobindo - Evolutionary - Philosophy - Andrew Harvey

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