Is corporal mortification practiced in Opus Dei?
Is corporal mortification practiced in Opus Dei?
Corporal mortification is regularly practiced in Opus Dei. It is perhaps one of the most startling aspects of Opus Dei life for people outside the group.
What is an Opus Dei numerary?
Opus Dei numeraries are required to practice corporal mortification such as the use of a cilice (a spiked chain worn around the thigh), flagellation, and sleeping on the floor or on boards. Opus Dei numeraries are required to confess weekly and are strongly discouraged from confessing to a non-Opus Dei priest.
Is corporal mortification appropriate in the church?
Many of the practices of corporal mortification were at one time more regularly practiced within the Church; however, due to modern psychology and thinking, the practices which inflict pain are sometimes considered to be counterproductive to one’s spiritual development, as they can easily lead to pride and an unhealthy attitude toward one’s body.
Is Opus Dei a totalistic group?
Within Opus Dei, a heavy emphasis is placed on getting individuals to commit their lives to Opus Dei. Members’ pursuit of potential members is aggressive and similar to the tactics used by totalistic groups. Because of this, ODAN believes the group violates the personal freedom of individuals. Opus Dei has a highly structured apostolate.
Is the da Vinci Code’s masochist monk mortification?
The Da Vinci Code’s masochist monk, who loves pain for its own sake, has nothing to do with real Christian mortification. How important is mortification for members of Opus Dei? Despite The Da Vinci Code’s morbid attention to mortification, for real members of Opus Dei it plays a secondary role.
What is Opus Dei discipline?
It is a painful mortification which leaves small prick holes in the flesh, and makes the Opus Dei members tentative about wearing swim suits wherever non-Opus Dei members may be. Discipline : [ Photo of discipline] a cord-like whip which resembles macrame, used on the buttocks or back once a week.
