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universalism

 

[ juหnษชหˆvษœหr.sษ™l.ษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

philosophy concept

Universalism is a philosophical and theological concept that posits the existence of universal truths and values that apply to all people regardless of culture, race, or belief system. It often emphasizes the idea that all human beings are capable of achieving a common understanding of morality and ethics.

Synonyms

globalism, humanitarianism, internationalism

Examples of usage

  • The principles of universalism advocate for equality among all people.
  • Many religions incorporate elements of universalism in their teachings.
  • Universalism challenges the notion of cultural relativism.
Context #2 | Noun

religious doctrine

In a religious context, universalism is the belief that all souls will ultimately be saved and attain a divine state. This perspective contrasts with doctrines that advocate for eternal damnation for non-believers.

Synonyms

inclusive theology, universal salvation

Examples of usage

  • Universalism teaches that God's love is for everyone.
  • The Unitarian Universalist movement embodies the values of universalism.
  • Many adherents of universalism reject exclusivist religious claims.

Translations

Translations of the word "universalism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น universalismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฐเฅเคตเคญเฅŒเคฎเคฟเค•เคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Universalismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ universalism

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒะฝั–ะฒะตั€ัะฐะปั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uniwersalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฆใƒ‹ใƒใƒผใ‚ตใƒชใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท universalisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ universalismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท evrensellik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณดํŽธ์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงู„ู…ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ universalismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ univerzalizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ™ฎ้ไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ universalizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ alheimsfรฆรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัƒะฝะธะฒะตั€ัะฐะปะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒœแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ universalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ universalismo

Word origin

The term 'universalism' has its roots in the Latin word 'universalis', which means 'universal' or 'pertaining to all'. It emerged in the late 17th century, particularly in theological debates about the nature of salvation and the afterlife, where proponents argued against the notion of predestination and eternal damnation. The 18th-century Enlightenment further influenced the development of universalism in philosophical discourse, promoting ideas of equality and shared human rights. The concept gained traction in various religious movements, most notably with the rise of the Unitarian Universalist tradition in the 19th century, which embraced a broad interpretation of religious belief and emphasized moral and ethical principles applicable to all humanity. Today, universalism continues to be a relevant framework for discussing human rights, global ethics, and interfaith dialogue.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,167, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.