Experiencing transcendence is a basic human need and a source of deepest joy. Inadequate “satisfaction” or dissatisfaction of this need can have serious con-sequences at individual, societal and other, broader levels. Therefore, it is crucial to cultivate and explore ways and means of achieving transcendence. In the article, the author discusses two such ways: sacraments and art. It sheds light on them from the point of view of philosophical phenomenology and resonance theory of Hartmut Rosa. It shows that both art and the sacraments have essential resonant aspects, from which comes the fundamental importance of resonance for spiritual fulfilment and a quality life. In this context, he deals with topics such as resonance and divine revelation, works of art as “sacraments”, resonant aspects of symbols, and sacraments as acts of love. His purpose is to complement the understanding of the importance of resonance theory for theology and to explain that theology is the science of resonance with God and education for it. The article shows the importance of resonance, art and the sacraments for peace.

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