Why is it so often assumed that one must be a theist to be spiritual?

Question

Imogen Sue - stick around this category for a while and you'll meet plenty

Abelard - I'm agnostic and I appreciate your answer. I appreciate everyone's input

Answer 1

Many people think "spirituality" is or should be synonymous with "Christianity". But you're right, you don't have to be a theist to be spiritual. In fact, one of the most spiritual people I know is a good friend of mine who's an atheist.

Answer 2

When religion became a dirty word, many flocked to the word "spiritual". Most people don't know what that word means, and truly the meaning has been completely blurred by the common usage.

Answer 3

You don't. Many people are unable to see the world beyond their own beliefs. That doesn't take away the spirituality you find without a god.

Answer 4

Who assumes such a thing. I know of no one. By the way Buddhist don't believe in a deity yet they are the most spiritual faith.

Answer 5

Peace!
My Webster Dictionary says spiritual pertains to the soul or spirit. Do atheists believe that people are spiritual beings? Do they believe people have a soul? If they do, it is tantamount to saying they believe in God.

I know that some atheists meditate, but it is more for relaxation and self-awareness. They are not praying to someone but their own selves.

So my answer to your question is: yes, one must be theist to be spiritual. I am sure you won't like my answer because I think you are an atheist.

Answer 6

Too many people don't know the definition of the word.

Answer 7

you are right the devil is also a spirit , you can be a satanist and be spiritual, and spiritually go to hell.

Answer 8

Well that is not the correct assumption. It's assumed, and rightly so, that one must be a Christian to be correctly spiritual.

Answer 9

ignorance.