Ralph Hetherington

Bringing together material from a number of previous articles, this essay explores the nature of spirituality and its relation to universalism, with particular attention to the question of commitment to a particular religious tradition. (From the Pendle Hill website.)

An interest in abnormal states of consciousness led the author to make a special study of religious experience, which he regards as a natural development from everyday experience.

An interest in abnormal states of consciousness has led the author to make a special study of religious experience, which he regards as a natural development from ordinary everyday experience.

This essay sets out to discuss the nature of spirituality and its relevance to universalism, suggesting that although a commitment to a particular religious tradition might be helpful, it is not essential. The essay brings together material from a number of articles which have appeared in Quaker periodicals over the years.