Discipline of study

Description:

This is a means of changing the inner spirit through application of the mind. True study involves understanding of what is studied, interpretation of what is meant and evaluation of the meaning. Four stages are defined: (1) [Repetition]. Since thought processes take on the order of what is studied, repeated and attentive study will form ingrained habits of thought. (2) [Concentration]. With singleness of purpose the attention is centred on the object of study, enhancing the natural ability of the brain. (3) [Comprehension]. A basis for true perception of reality is provided through insight and discernment. (4) [Reflection]. Pondering on the meaning of what has been studied demonstrates its significance and leads to understanding of self.

Broader:

Spiritual discipline

About the Encyclopedia

The Encyclopedia of World Problems and Human Potential is a unique, experimental research work of the Union of International Associations. It is currently published as a searchable online platform with profiles of world problems, action strategies, and human values that are interlinked in novel and innovative ways. These connections are based on a range of relationships such as broader and narrower scope, aggravation, relatedness and more. By concentrating on these links and relationships, the Encyclopedia is uniquely positioned to bring focus to the complex and expansive sphere of global issues and their interconnected nature.

The initial content for the Encyclopedia was seeded from UIA’s Yearbook of International Organizations. UIA’s decades of collected data on the enormous variety of association life provided a broad initial perspective on the myriad problems of humanity. Recognizing that international associations are generally confronting world problems and developing action strategies based on particular values, the initial content was based on the descriptions, aims, titles and profiles of international associations.

About UIA

The Union of International Associations (UIA) is a research institute and documentation centre, based in Brussels. It was established in 1907, by Henri la Fontaine (Nobel Peace Prize laureate of 1913), and Paul Otlet, a founding father of what is now called information science.

Non-profit, apolitical, independent, and non-governmental in nature, the UIA has been a pioneer in the research, monitoring and provision of information on international organizations, international associations and their global challenges since 1907.

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