👉 A contemplatist is an individual who follows a religious tradition that emphasizes meditation and contemplation as essential elements of spiritual growth. They often seek to connect with higher realms of consciousness, such as those of the divine or the mind-body dualism. In contrast to ascetics, who live in isolation from society for their own spiritual well-being (ascetic), contemplatists are typically involved in religious practices and engage in daily rituals that include meditation and prayer. They may also practice yoga, which is
