We can, indeed, speak of this new millenial period as the Interspiritual Age . This development is momentous news for the human family, for until now humankind has been segregated into spiritual ghettos. Out of this separation has come so much misunderstanding, and thousands of wars sparked by mutual suspicion, isolation, competition and hostility. The Interspiritual Age promises to melt away the old barriers and, with them, the old antagonisms. This is one reason why it should be nurtured and encouraged.
Community makes interspirituality possible, and the crossover substantial.
Transcendental experience awakens us to the possibility of radical spiritual change by allowing us to see beyond the boundaries that have kept us all separate from one another and isolated within our systems. The common ground that interspirituality reveals is both in the reality of mystical experience itself and in the practical elements of the spiritual life in each tradition. In the mystical, transcendental sphere the basis of entering this realm of depth, height and breadth is consciousness itself. All traditions emphasize the deep interiority of the contemplative vision. This vision, or rather direction, is a sine qua non for breakthroughs and for real progress on our own journey.