Ellen Gould White
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Ellen Gould White über: "Diseases are originally 90% of spiritual origin"
Answer
According to the writings of Ellen G. White, indeed nine tenths (90%) of all diseases that people suffer from have their basis in the condition of the mind. Mental problems such as worry, remorse over sins, family difficulties, and a vivid imagination weaken the life forces and can lead to severe physical suffering.
Particularly emphasized is the close interaction between spirit and body: a free and happy mental state has a healing effect on the entire system, while negative emotions such as fear and dissatisfaction can ruin health. The religion of Christ is cited as one of the most effective remedies for the mind and for calming the nerves.
The spiritual basis of most diseases
»Mental illnesses are prevalent everywhere. Nine tenths of the diseases that people suffer from have their basis here. Perhaps some domestic problem, such as a cancerous tumor that eats away at the soul and weakens the life forces. Guilt over sins sometimes undermines the constitution and throws the mind out of balance.«
Christ as a remedy for the mind
»Mental illnesses are prevalent everywhere. Nine tenths of the diseases that people suffer from have their basis here. ... The religion of Christ, far from being the cause of madness, is one of its most effective remedies; for it is a powerful comforter of the nerves.«
Healing the body through the mind
»Few recognize the power that the mind has over the body. A large portion of the diseases that plague humanity originates in the mind and can only be healed by restoring the mind to health. There are far more people who are mentally ill than we imagine. Heartache makes many become dyspeptics, for spiritual problems have a paralyzing influence on the digestive organs.«
Connection between emotions and health
»The relationship between mind and body is very close. When one is affected, the other suffers as well. The state of the mind influences health to a far greater degree than many realize. Many of the diseases that people suffer from are the result of mental depression. Grief, fear, dissatisfaction, remorse, guilt, and distrust all tend to destroy the life forces and bring about decay and death.«
Influence of imagination
»Illness is sometimes caused by the imagination and often greatly aggravated. Many are lifelong invalids who could be healthy if they only believed it. Many imagine that any slight strain causes a disease, and the harmful effect occurs because it is expected.«
- Connection of spirit and body Ellen White
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