...philosophies, etc knowing some background on them will help us better understand their needs. Buddhism (founded in Northern India) is one religion little known about, but widely practiced. It currently has about 376 million followers. It is the fourth largest practiced religion after Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism. Their spiritual beliefs concerning healing are somewhat different to what others may sometimes believe. For example Buddhists believe that the body knows that it is supposed to heal itself. However if your “spirit” is not as it is supposed to be things will not go as they are supposed to. In other words a healthy mind ensures a healthy body. A critical component of healing is somewhat the same as a Christian. Whereas Christians pray, Buddhists meditate daily. They mediate often and not always for self improvement. They believe in accepting all sickness as a process of exchanging themselves for another person. They use prayer wheels (a wheel inscribed with prayers that are spun to symbolize the repition of prayer,) incense, among other things to help the healing process. Buddhists also believe in using herbal medicine in healing illnesses and staying healthy. Sikhism is a religion not heard of very often. It was founded by Guru Nanak. In this religion they believe in one formless divinity. This formless divinity manifests everywhere in the world he has created. They believe that religion is...
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...All of these religions share many similarities and, at the same time, have many differences. This paper answers the following questions about each religion: ‘What is the spiritual perspective on healing?’ ‘What are the critical components of healing, such as prayer, meditation, belief, etc?’ and ‘What is important to people of the particular faith when cared for by a health care provider whose spiritual beliefs differ from their own?’ It also compares these religions with Christianity and its philosophy of faith and healing. Health Care Providers and Faith Diversity The diversity in religions and faith beliefs is becoming more and more apparent in health care facilities today. As health care providers, our job is to show acceptance of a diversity of faith expressions. In order to do so, however, it is essential that we gain more information about different religions and how we can deal with such individuals in a hospital setting. Three faiths that will be discussed are Baha’ism, Buddhism and Sikhism. The Baha’i Faith can be encountered by health care providers today. Worship in this faith includes “prayer and meditation, participating in devotional gathering, and active service to their communities” (Baha'i International Community, 2012). According to the Baha’i, all true healing originates from God. To them, there are two ways to heal sickness. The first is “by the treatment of physicians; the second consists of...
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... but there are numerous faiths. In order to provide quality of care to our patient, it is important we have insight and understanding to one’s belief. Three religions that are often encountered in health care are Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism with similarities and differences shared within the religions. This paper describes each religion with its spiritual perspectives on healing and its healing components. Also discussed is how the health care providers spiritual belief may differ from the patient beliefs. The comparison is also made with the religions and Christianity with its philosophy of faith and healing. Health Care Providers and Faith Diversity Today health care facilities are faced with patients of diverse backgrounds in religion and faith beliefs. Our job as health care providers is not only to provide promotional, preventative, curative and rehabilitation to our patient and families but to also provide them with emotional and spiritual healing as well. It is important to gain information about our patient and the religion they use to practice with, in order to help in their healing process. Three faiths that will be discussed are Islam, Buddism, and Hindusim. These three faiths will also be compared to Christianity. Islam is a religion in which they voluntary submission or surrender to the Will of God. It derives from the root word “salam”, meaning peace (What is Islam, 2011). This is an Arabic religion. They worship a God Allah the Almighty. This...
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...towards providing healthcare, we have chosen two faiths which are Christianity and Hinduism. Christianity and healthcare- Beliefs- Christian science is based on bible and teachings of Christ. There is emphasis on spiritual healing which is based on prayers. HealthCare Chaplaincy (2012) points out Christians beliefs: * Jesus Christ is the savior of humanity. * Jesus Christ is the holy son of God. * The Christian Scripture (New Testament) is a continuation of the Hebrew Scripture (Old Testament) * Believe in presence of spiritual powers that operates on mind and body. * Faith does not rest in blind faith, rather understanding perfection of god’s spiritual creation in present. * Illness believed to be the result of disharmony between mind and matter * Believe that healing occurs when one draws closer to God and experiences moral and spiritual change. Bible verses on health- 19 Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. (Corinthians 6:19-20) 22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22) 6 'Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and...
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...to provide compassionate nursing. A Christian perspective on Healthcare: Christianity is a religion of personal experiences. It is a spiritual movement, not a lot of theories or "isms." It is a movement of life, truth, the Holy Spirit, and love. The important thing is to have a personal, real experience. Through the right relationship with God we can recognize and understand the Lord's will. There are many ways in which we can experience God's blessings. I recommend fasting and prayer as the most powerful of these. The Bible has much to say about fasting and prayer. Joel wrote, "Therefore also now, saith the Lord, turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning: And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the Lord your God: for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the evil" (Joel 2:12-13). Interview With patient with faith in Buddhism: 1) What is your spiritual perspective on healing? From the Buddhist...
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...provide education about cultural diversity in the health care field. The goal was to investigate the faith beliefs of Baha’ism, Sikhism, and Buddhism, and compare their spiritual perspective on healing, as well as the critical components of healing. These were compared with Christianity to determine the similarities and differences. This will be reviewed to better educate caregivers as they minister to various cultures in the hospital and community. Introduction Religious faith and beliefs of the patient must be integrated with the scientific medical care in order to provide holistic care to the patent. Religion and the health of individuals and populations play an important role in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. Coping strategies, health behaviors and attitudes are influenced by one’s religious believe. Health care providers caring for patients from different religious traditions must understand the diversity in faith in order to provide religious and culturally sensitive high quality care. Over 1200 different religions are practiced in the USA (Bryan, 1999). This paper will discuss the brief background of the three religions, address obstacles according to the religion that are being discussed but not all religions have them and the important component of healing process of three religions. These religions are frequently met in healthcare are Baha’ism, Sikhism and Buddhism. First faith: Baha’ism Baha’u’llah is the founder of Baha’i faith and his...
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...Faith Diversity: An In-Depth Look Healing consists of many variables within individual beliefs and faiths. Whether it is non-traditional faiths or traditional beliefs each one is connected through meaning of a higher spiritual enlightenment. This could include a philosophy or religion base that healing is conducted through mind, body, and spirit that embrace prayers or other components to reach complete healing of an individual. Non-traditional beliefs such as Tibetan Buddhism, Native American and Hinduism can be connected in some aspects to the mainstream religions like Christianity while having differences to the approach of healing. It will be discussed that the non-traditional beliefs on the perspective of healing, the components of healing, the similarities and differences that these beliefs have with traditional Christianity religion. Buddhism Buddhism started out in India and spread throughout Asia. Buddhism can be described as a philosophy seeking religion and it focuses on these principles rather than beliefs. Christianity is the opposite as it is a religion seeking philosophy and focuses on beliefs. Choosing Tibetan Buddhism, there is a concept of well-being, that the mind, body and spirit are achieved in an effective and comprehensive strategy for healing. There is harmony and balance that is believed to be essential for health and well-being with in this faith. In the Buddhist faith Karma is an essential aspect to healing. Karma is the creator of all happiness...
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...The Diversity of Spiritual Healing: Final Draft Spirituality in Health Care April 28, 2013 Abstract This paper explores healing as it pertains to spirituality in Christianity, Buddhism, Muslim, and Native American Indian faiths to give insight about how diverse various cultures can be. Yet, despite their diversity some underlying concepts within these beliefs share uncanny similarities. Health care providers are well equipped to meet the needs of a diverse population with understanding and acceptance of these faiths and the importance that they hold in peoples’ lives. The Diversity of Spiritual Healing: Final Draft Health care providers today come across a wide variety of different cultures, each having their own set of beliefs and customs. In particular, religious and spiritual beliefs are an important part of many peoples’ lives. Faith often gives people a sense of purpose, and spirituality helps define a person. This makes spirituality an important part of living a healthy life. Because of the importance of spirituality in peoples’ lives and the vital role it plays in health maintenance, health care providers should acknowledge and respect these diverse cultures in our world. If spirituality plays such a vital role in the overall health and wellbeing of an individual then health care workers should have an open-mind and understanding of just how diverse these cultures can be. Exploration of several different faiths – Buddhism, Muslim and Native American spirituality...
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...NAME: COURSE: DATE: Abstract This essay compares the philosophies of three diverse faiths, which are: Buddhism, Baha’i and Judaism, comparing them to Christianity. The essay will explore the basic beliefs, spiritual perspectives on healing and the critical components of healing such as prayer, medication and beliefs. It will also explain what is important to people of those particular faiths when cared for by health care providers whose spiritual beliefs differ from their own. In the conclusion, it will explain how the spiritual perspectives from different faiths should be incorporated in the health care progress by medical professionals so that they don’t interfere with their patients’ beliefs and practices. D’souza (2007) warns that doctors and clinicians should not “prescribe” religious beliefs or activities or impose their religious or spiritual beliefs on patients. Introduction The philosophy of providing health care may differ depending on the faith diversity in the world. Different religious groups have different spiritual perspectives on healing and may also believe in different components of healing. This study therefore explores the Buddhism, Bhai and Judaism faiths and compares them with the Christian philosophy of faith and healing. Buddhism Buddhism is an Indian religion that encapsulates a variety of traditions, beliefs and practices based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama who is commonly known as the Buddha. Buddha means “the awakened one” or “the enlightened”...
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...Healing Hospital: A Daring Paradigm Nathalie Conti HLT310V – Foundations of Spirituality in Health Care Grand Canyon University February 12th, 2011 Healing Hospital: A Daring Paradigm The healing hospital paradigm focuses on the removal of stress and other health risks in the hospital environment for both patients and visitors. These factors are intrinsic to the hospital setting and not the ailments being treated within. For example, stress for patients is generated through painful therapeutic procedures, loss of social life, change in financial status due to the healthcare expenditures, etc. Minimization of these stressors ensures that the patient’s well-being is maintained while the comprehensive care and attention aspects of the paradigm ensures that patient’s recovery processes are maximized without infringements upon their privacy and dignity. The healing hospital paradigm involves healing the whole client (Young & Koopsen, 2006, p. 4) instead of just curing the disease. This emerges from the paradigm’s focuses on healing beyond the body physical: it aims to enhance the overall well being by addressing the patient’s and their families’ cognitive, emotional and spiritual concerns (Milstein, 2005). Within the context of the hospital setting, barriers and complexities must be overcome to create a healing environment. This paper examines the paradigm of the healing hospital, identifying its impact on the care giving process, detailing its components and...
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...How to Release God’s Healing Power Through Prayer IF YOU BEGIN TO PRAY FOR THE SICK AS OUTLINED BELOW, YOU WILL BEGIN TO SEE JESUS HEAL THE SICK THROUGH YOUR PRAYERS December 2003 Dr. Gary S. Greig Kingdom Training Network and The University Prayer Network Dr. Mark Virkler Christian Leadership University Rev. Frank Gaydos John G. Lake Ministries, Pennsylvania Healing Rooms Ministry Director Contents Healing Prayer Outline ............................................................................................. 2 Biblical Foundations of Healing .................................................................................. 6 I. Not Just “One of the Gifts” ............................................................................ 6 II. Embracing God’s Will concerning Healing....................................................... 6 III. Faith-Picturing—Seeing in the Spiritual Realm............................................... 7 IV. Faith-Picturing Jesus .................................................................................11 V. Faith-Picturing the Body Healed ...................................................................13 VI. God’s Power and Energy is the Force that Heals............................................14 VII-VIII. God’s Healing Power, the Holy Spirit, and the Light of God .....................15 IX-X. The Vulnerability of the Christian & Spiritual Conflict ..................................19 XI. A Biblical View...
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...HLT 310V WEEK 3 COMPLETE ASSIGNMENT AND DQ To purchase this tutorial visit here: http://wiseamerican.us/product/hlt-310v-week-3-complete-assignment-dq/ contact us at: SUPPORT@WISEAMERICAN.US HLT 310V WEEK 3 HLT 310V Week 3 Topic 3 DQ 1 Read Colossians 1 in the Bible. Compare ways in which the concepts of “God,” “Person,” “Environment,” “Health,” and “Nursing” would be defined according to Colossians 1. HLT 310V Week 3 Topic 3 DQ 2 What tensions do you think you might experience arising from the differing worldviews of administrators, health care providers, and patients? Base your response from the GCU introduction and the textbooks. Cite references from your reading to support your answer. HLT 310V Week 3 Assignment Health Care Provider and Faith Diversity: First Draft Max Points: 100 Details: The practice of health care providers at all levels brings you into contact with people from a variety of faiths. This calls for knowledge and acceptance of a diversity of faith expressions. The purpose of this paper is to complete a comparative analysis of two faith philosophies towards providing health care, one being the Christian perspective. For the second faith, choose a faith that is unfamiliar to you. Examples of faiths to choose from: Sikh, Baha’i, Buddhism, Shintoism, etc. In a minimum of 1,500-2,000 words, provide a comparative analysis of the different belief systems, reinforcing major themes with insights gained from your research. In your comparative analysis...
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...associated when trying to blend the two. According to Entwistle, “psychology utilizes reason and observation of nature as its primary source,” whereas “theology utilizes Scripture as its primary source” (p. 135). Psychology and Christianity are discussed under five models of integration within the text. These models are Enemies, Spies, Colonists, Neutral Parties, and Allies. The Enemies model pits psychology and theology against one another. One either chooses the scientific path of psychology or goes the spiritual route with theology to solve a problem. There is no room to integrate the two. People who follow this model are either spiritual or scientific. They do not believe the two are intertwined. Entwistle further divides the Enemies into Secular Combatants, who embrace psychology without any religious authority, and the Christian Combatants, who embrace religious authority and work to protect it from human interference (Entwistle, p. 138). The Spies model recognizes the benefits of religion and Scripture but does not seek to integrate the religious aspect into psychology. If religion does try to play a part, it is reduced to the most minimalist form. Therefore, the therapist may recognize his or her client attends Church and even encourages such attendance. However, the therapist will not seek to discuss Scripture or use prayer as a counseling tool (Entiwistle, p. 142). Those following a Colonist model are more inclined to introduce Theology into Psychology...
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...The English word ‘health’ comes from the root term ‘whole’ which means completely sound or in good condition. Thus health means soundness or wholeness of body which covers the smooth normal functioning of our organs, emotional and mental wholeness as well as spiritual well being, welfare and salvation. Health relates to the whole personality. Healing ministry is aim to bring wholeness to every aspect of a person’s life and personality. Sickness is now normal thing in our day to day life. We can’t see many people that not affect any diseases in their life time. (Birth to death).Few children born to this world as sick one. Some diseases are chronic and end their life. Diseases are bringing not only physical but also mental and emotional problems. We...
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...What does the Catholic Church say prayer is? Prayer is a formal request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God; an earnest hope or wish. Prayer is both a gift of grace and a determined response on our part and also a communication process that allows us to speak with God. Adherents, most often than not, come to the Lord with legitimate requests for healing, change and/or needs.This is done more regularly than being in the presence of God, asking for forgiveness or expressing our thanks for another day of our lives, praying for those who do not have that blessing. Just as Mother Theresa quotes; “Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God, at His disposition, and listening to His voice in the depth of our hearts.” What are the various forms of praying as practiced by Christians? There are three main forms of praying that are practiced within the Church by Christians. These include; Private prayer Communal prayer Liturgical prayer Private prayer is the most important part of prayer as God wants a personal relationship with each and everyone one of us. Praying in private allows adherents to strengthen their relationship with and become closer to Him. But to achieve this, they must remember not to put on a show for anyone, as this form of prayer is for God, and only Him. Communal prayer is just as important as private prayer, however, it strengthens not only our personal relationship with God, but with each other as a community....
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