MYSTICISM AND THE MORAL FABRIC OF CIVILIZATION: AN INTERRELIGIOUS STUDY

Abstract

This study explores the profound impact of mysticism across major world religions—Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, and Buddhism—on the development and reinforcement of moral values in civilizations throughout history. By analyzing mystical traditions such as Sufism, Christian monasticism, Hindu Bhakti, and Buddhist meditation, the paper highlights how mystical experiences contribute to a universal ethical consciousness. The interreligious lens emphasizes shared principles like compassion, humility, and inner purification, which have shaped legal systems, community ethics, and humanitarian values. The research argues that mystical traditions play an integral role in anchoring civilizations in a moral ethos, especially in times of socio-political upheaval. Ultimately, this interfaith approach offers a framework for contemporary ethical discourse grounded in spiritual consciousness.