Religious experience and the philosophy of subjectivity: How faith shapes perception of reality
Pharos Journal of Theology May 1, 2025 Z. Kieliszek 7 citations
Catholic theology treats religious experience as an integral part of faith, merging the subjective dimension of spiritual life with the objective foundation of church teaching. This experience extends beyond inner mysticism to include liturgical practice, sacraments, and personal prayer, enabling direct contact with God. Analysis of biblical texts shows that such experience shapes a person's worldview, behavior, and life mission. Faith not only establishes moral guidelines but also alters cognitive processes, reshaping perception of reality so that the material and transcendent are seen as a unified whole. It also helps believers adapt to hardship by interpreting trials as part of God's plan and spiritual growth.