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Pantheistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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pantheistic

 

[ pænˈθiːɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

belief system

Pantheistic refers to the belief that the universe and God are identical, meaning that everything collectively constitutes a unified divine essence. This viewpoint posits that nature and the cosmos are manifestations of the divine, often emphasizing a spiritual connection to the universe that transcends traditional religious boundaries. Pantheism affirms that divinity is present in all things and is expressed through the vastness of the universe, rejecting the notion of a personal, anthropomorphic deity. It encourages the worship and reverence of nature as a sacred entity, intertwining religious thought with philosophical perspectives.

Synonyms

cosmic, nature-worshiping, spiritual

Examples of usage

  • Many philosophers have explored pantheistic ideas in their works.
  • The poet's pantheistic views are evident in his descriptions of nature.
  • She found solace in her pantheistic beliefs while hiking through the forest.

Translations

Translations of the word "pantheistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 panteísta

🇮🇳 पंथीय

🇩🇪 pantheistisch

🇮🇩 panteistik

🇺🇦 пантеїстичний

🇵🇱 panteistyczny

🇯🇵 汎神論的な

🇫🇷 panthéiste

🇪🇸 panteísta

🇹🇷 panteistik

🇰🇷 범신론적인

🇸🇦 بانتيسيت

🇨🇿 panteistický

🇸🇰 panteistický

🇨🇳 泛神论的

🇸🇮 panteističen

🇮🇸 panteískur

🇰🇿 пантейстік

🇬🇪 პანთეისტური

🇦🇿 panteistik

🇲🇽 panteísta

Etymology

The term 'pantheistic' derives from the Greek words 'pan', meaning 'all', and 'theos', meaning 'God'. It emerged in the late 17th century amidst the Enlightenment, a period marked by scientific discovery and the questioning of traditional religious beliefs. Philosophers like Baruch Spinoza significantly influenced pantheistic thought, arguing that God and Nature were one and the same. This concept was further popularized during the Romantic era, as thinkers sought to reconnect humanity with the natural world and explore the divine through the lens of nature. Over time, pantheism has been associated with various spiritual movements and has been incorporated into various religious practices, emphasizing a reverence for the universe as a whole.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,416, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.