continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature; "the habit of meditation is the basis for all real knowledge" 
(religion) contemplation of spiritual matters (usually on religious or philosophical subjects)
Meditation usually refers to a state in which the body is consciously relaxed and the mind is allowed to become calm and focused. Several major religions include ritual meditation; however, meditation itself need not be a religious or spiritual activity. Most of the more popular systems of meditation are of Eastern origin, though there exists also various forms of Christian, Jewish and Muslim meditation.
Meditation as a form of alternative medicine brings about mental calmness and physical relaxation by suspending the stream of thoughts that normally occupy the mind. Generally performed once or twice a day for approximately 20 minutes at a time, meditation is used to reduce stress, alter hormone levels, and elevate one's mood.
a technique of balance utilising focus, directed attention or awareness in duration.
the act relaxing the body and focusing one's mind on a specific target or goal.
Different methods of focusing, breathing designed to bring about a heightened state of consciousness and/or enlightenment. In Usui Reiki Ryoho the most important and prominent is the Hatsurei Ho.
A means of focusing the mind to reduce or eliminate conscious thought, to bring the mind to stillness or rest
Bhavana (Pali). Development of the mind leading to awareness, tranquillity and wisdom.
(meditation) (med[ibreve]-tash[schwa]n) the act of reflecting upon or contemplating; an exercise in contemplation.
to contemplate or reflect in a state of relaxed focus.
The practice of inverting the mind to pay attention to the inner silence instead of the outer chaos. Other forms of meditation focus on the outer chaos instead. This practice is accepted in almost all religions, but is encouraged most in Buddhism. [For more information see http://www.spiritonline.com/meditation]
Historically, a form of power gathering associated with oriental religions, especially Buddhism. Here, a generic term for power gathering and relaxation techniques meant to assist students in attaining their peak performance.
A self-directed method for relaxing the body and calming the mind. The practitioner makes a concentrated effort to focus on a single thought to still the inclination of the mind to mull over the many demands and details of daily life.
A practice of deep concentration of the mind.
The practices of mindfulness and awareness that form the core of spiritual development. See shamatha and vipashyana.
Meditation is a spiritual discipline that encourages the participant to go more deeply into their relationship with God through a variety of exercises and prayer techniques.
any of various disciplines of mind and body that enable one to achieve higher states of consciousness; it is a tool for self-improvement, creative renewal and spiritual growth.
A state of focused attention through which one emerges into an ever-increasing clear awareness of reality.
The process of becoming deeply acquainted with one's own mind. see Bhavana.
(lta ba sgom pa spyod pa bras bu). The philosophical orientation, the act of growing accustomed to that - usually in sitting practice, the implementation of that insight during the activities of daily life, and the final outcome resulting from such training. Each of the nine vehicles has its particular definition of view, meditation, conduct and fruition.
This is a simple technique using your mind to relax and reduce stress and tension.
Meditation is an easy and simple way to balance a person's physical, emotional, and mental states. It is easily learned and has been used as an aid in treating stress, anxiety, pain management, and as part of an overall treatment for other conditions including hypertension and heart disease. Research shows that meditation decreases the heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen consumption, and even decreases blood pressure.
Silent or unuttered prayer; an ardent turning of the soul toward the divine not to ask for any particular good (as in the common meaning of prayer) but for good itself.
A discipline in which the mind is focused on a single point of reference. Employed since ancient times in various forms by all religions, the practice gained greater notice in the postwar US as interest in Zen Buddhism rose. Meditation is now used by many nonreligious adherents as a method of stress reduction; known to lower levels of cortisol, a hormone released in response to stress. Enhances recuperation and improves the bodys resistance to disease. (more)
A variety of techniques for some individuals that may or may not incorporate spirituality which can calm and soothe as well as provide insight.
The practice of inner focus which renders the state of Awareness of Awareness. A sustained personal or group focus for the purpose of rendering specific effects in the self or in the environment.
Thought, reflection, and contemplation in order to train the mind, focus the awareness and cultivate the spirit. Sometimes referred to in Mandarin as Neigong or "Inner work."
According to Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., a pioneer in the field of mind/body medicine, meditation can be broadly defined as any activity that keeps the attention pleasantly anchored in the present moment. When the mind is calm and focused in the present, it is neither reacting to memories from the past nor being preoccupied with plans for the future, two major sources of chronic stress known to impact health. Meditation, says Dr. ...
