Especially when it goes on incessently for years and years of illness.
2007-09-25 08:05:17 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
pretzeldent avatar. I made not statement I asked a question so your judgement on my question is an illusion.
2007-09-25 08:17:19 · update #1
Lots of good answers.
2007-09-25 08:18:20 · update #2
Nice try Tamaras but that is a bogus statement. Sorry.
2007-09-25 12:46:38 · update #3
If you have the wrong attitude, yes. If you learn that experiencing pain does not mean you can't be joyful and content- no.
2007-09-25 08:15:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have asked myself almost exact question recently, having someone in my immediate family with two chronic, debilating illnesses. And I have meant repeatedly to write a question about it, with additional comments.
My view on this situation today is this: First I try my best in everything I do for this family member, though at times I know I fail. And know why and how. But I do insist on her having as much spiritual comfort as possible, including prodding her mind for recollection of her previous constant knowledge about the Bible and her own ideas and opinions, back when she was healthy and even now after her mind has failed somewhat.
A second part to this situation about the sick, is this: In actuality FAITH does help considerably a lot. Even if the patient him or herself does not seem to sustain much physical, mental, or spiritual strength, it works wonders on them how the people surrounding them feel and act. Having a complete positive view_even when it seems even laughable_does create help for both the sick and the caregiver.
2007-09-25 08:20:01 · answer #2 · answered by mybusiness2 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really think this is a test of your faith when this happens. It is very hard to understand why something like this has happened to you, when you pray and try to be faithful. I have struggled with two illnesses most of my life. I can understand where you are coming from.
And Happykid? That is unkind about someone having asthma. I have been so sick with asthma that I prayed to die because of it. Fighting for every breath you take, and puking your insides up for a week at a time, with headaches so bad you can't stand it, because you do not get enough oxygen. Only weighing 90 lbs being you can't eat. When I was 10 years old, I only weighed 56 lbs. My chest is deformed because of breathing so hard to accomodate my lungs. And yes, asthmatics do die from attacks. So unless you have had an illness like that? Don't judge.
2007-09-25 08:08:29 · answer #3 · answered by Sparkles 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's supposed to be the other way around - you have physical illness due to spiritual illness.
Fortunately, it's all made up.
A lot of people want to blame 'God' for their illness, or other misfortune.
This is a massive waste of time, and is the equivalent of wallowing in self-pity.
Wake up, realize that you have been fed a bunch of religious propaganda - probably from before you were capable of comprehending what you were being told.
Some illnesses strike completely at random. Some can be made worse based on health decisions that you make, others can be inherited.
No illness is caused, prolonged, or healed by any God, biblical or otherwise.
It is all a myth.
2007-09-25 08:11:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Hmmm. Well as far as being a spiritual person, I think it shows in their behavior towards others and their beliefs. As far as someone progressing spiritually, I hope we all are. I know that I don't ever want to think I know so much that there is nothing to learn. I hope to learn everyday and from everyone I meet. Continual growth in the spirit would be the hope.
2016-05-18 02:46:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no such thing as "spiritual progress". We are all spiritual beings and equal. One person cannot be more spiritual than another. A long illness can encourage mental decline but can also give a person reason to develop their mental focus. Each individual has a unique perspective on their own spiritual nature. Religions are another matter all together, most pretend to have the "inside scoop" on "spiritual progress". One more thing for the ego to fight and create drama over.
2007-09-25 08:21:13 · answer #6 · answered by Tamara S 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Absolutely.
If you're continually preoccupied with the needs of your body, be it due to illness or because of poverty or whatever, there is just no time for higher pursuits, unfortunately. There are of course exceptions, people who devote themselves to their spirit despite their circumstances, but I think it's very difficult to pray/meditate/philosophise/study on an empty stomach, or when you're suffering from a debilitating illness, or whatever else the circumstance.
2007-09-25 08:10:22 · answer #7 · answered by dead_elves 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hopefully, it does just the opposite. It's called Redemptive Suffering. It takes people away from the worldly ways and draws them closer to God. I've been there and I wish you luck. I will end by saying it's a blessing in disguise. Was and is for me anyway.
2007-09-25 08:10:53 · answer #8 · answered by Irish 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. In many cultures it was believed that a serious illness could improve spiritual progress.
2007-09-25 08:08:03 · answer #9 · answered by Keltasia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it impedes it at all! I have seen non believers get close to god because of illness. On our death bed I really think non believers go to god. Mortality sets in, they believe, its not to late! At least that is what I have seen.
2007-09-25 17:24:01 · answer #10 · answered by Michael2832 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋