Mystical or religious experience

A mystical experience is a subjective experience of something so intense as to break through the boundaries of one's usual self and of normal perception. It is often accompanied by a sense of profound meaning, purpose, or truth. Mystical experiences can occur spontaneously or be induced through various practices such as meditation, prayer, or the use of psychedelic substances. These experiences are often described as transcendent, involving a sense of unity with the universe, the divine, or ultimate reality. In Hebrew, a mystical experience might be referred to as חוויה מיסטית (khviya mistit). The term "mystical" itself comes from the Greek word μυστικός (mystikos), meaning "secret" or "mystery." In Arabic, it is known as الخبرية الغامضة (al-khāriyah al-ghāmidah), and in Sanskrit, it can be related to the concept of आध्यात्मिक अनुभव (ādhyātmik anubhava). Mystical experiences have been reported across various cultures, religions, and spiritual traditions, often playing a significant role in the development of religious beliefs and practices.