spir·i·tu·al (spr-ch-l)
adj.
1.Of, relating to, consisting of, or having the nature of spirit; not tangible or material. See Synonyms at immaterial.
2.Of, concerned with, or affecting the soul.
3.Of, from, or relating to God; deific.
4.Of or belonging to a church or religion; sacred.
5.Relating to or having the nature of spirits or a spirit; supernatural.
re·li·gious (r-ljs)
adj.
1.Having or showing belief in and reverence for God or a deity.
2.Of, concerned with, or teaching religion: a religious text.
3.Extremely scrupulous or conscientious: religious devotion to duty.
...so...yes...spiritual...having a religious element does not mean that any spiritual progress is being made...so i would say to emphasize the spiritual as opposed to the religious...
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