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Lectionary to Lustration

Libertinism (A variant of liberty)-The indulgence or allowance of flesh as a religious experience.

Life Force-A vital, life-sustaining energy present in all living organisms. It is a common theme in all ancient religions, and is also known as PRANA, CHI, or MANA.

Life-Path-A set of experiences that are developed when the lessons gained on one's SPIRITUAL PATH, are aimed at one's practical, everyday life.

Light-A source of positive ILLUMINATION or energy, usually believed to be from the angels or from the presence of an especially DIVINE person. To be able to see the idea or ideas that you have been searching for, like an AWAKENING and to finally "see the light."

Light-Being-A SPIRIT GUIDE or other SUPERNATURAL source of guidance.

Light Work-A term used that refers to the use of light in MEDITATION or healing.

Listening-The ability to actively concentrate on deep listening. Not just speed-listening, but true comprehensive listening with complete attention. This would include not just other people, but the mother earth, animals, ourselves, nature's rhythms, etc., as this is the cornerstone of SPIRITUAL development and true ENLIGHTENMENT.

Litany-Prayer in the form of call and reply, usually between a minister and the CONGREGATION.

Literalism-The literal interpretation of the BIBLE.

Liturgies-Rites of RELIGIOUS reverence.

Lot-One's worldly outcome or fortune; that which is the result of one's way of life. Compare with FATE.

Lotus Position-An erect, sitting posture used in YOGA MEDITATION techniques, in which the legs are crossed under the opposite thighs, with the soles of the feet usually upward.

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