Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A religious experience is a profound encounter or perception that an individual has with what they consider to be the divine or ultimate reality. It often involves feelings of transcendence, connection, and awe.
Related terms
Transcendence: The state of being beyond or above the range of normal physical human experience.
Mysticism: A religious practice based on the belief in the direct personal experience of the divine.