In theology, divine light (also called divine radiance or divine refulgence) is an aspect of divine presence perceived as light during a theophany or vision, or represented as such in allegory or …

The Mysticism of Light " God is the light of the heavens and the earth. His light may be compared to a niche that enshrines a lamp, the lamp within a crystal of star-like brilliance.

Mysticism is popularly known as becoming one with God or the Absolute, [1] but may refer to any kind of ecstasy or altered state of consciousness which is given a religious or spiritual …

As a theological doctrine, the uncreated nature of the Light of Tabor was formulated in the 14th century by Gregory Palamas, an Athonite monk, defending the mystical practices of …

In short, God is Light in essence and the “Father of lights” (Jas 1:17). In fact, this paternity is well expressed by Creation itself as a luminous act: “God said: ‘Let there be light;’ and there was …

This type of mysticism has been called “Light Mysticism”, 76 of which Symeon the New Theologian was a notable exponent. When this teaching was attacked by other members of …

In spiritual traditions East and West, light is not only ubiquitous but something that assumes strikingly similar forms in altogether different historical and cultural settings. This study …

Sep 9, 2010 · Light is the absence of darkness. It is awareness where once there was obliviousness, bliss where once there was depression, knowledge where once there was …

Ceremonial use of light in various liturgies is commonly seen in Jewish, Christians, Buddhist, Zoroastrian and Hindu celebrations. Lighting a lamp or incense is the way to start the ritual of …

There are many Jewish mystical concepts and doctrines that center on the metaphor of light. Classic Kabbalistic works often have names that focus on light, such as Sefer Ha-Bahir (the …