Spiritual Life during Testing Times
How Spirituality Can Help
Keywords:
Spiritual Strength, Pandemic, COVID-19, Meaning of LifeAbstract
The novel coronavirus named COVID-19 is one of the prevalent pandemics today however, it is still too early to decide the full extent of impact the virus has had on the lives of the communities compared to the impact of other viruses. In such uncertain times, the present generation is facing a situation where they are questioning the concept of spirituality in the context of physical well-being. The present review article looks into the literature to compile the present knowledge on religion/spirituality on psychological aspects. The article reflects how spiritual life can be used to help people get through suffering and find meaning in their lives.
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