earthly concern

• Préoccupation ou intérêt lié à la vie terrestre, par opposition aux questions spirituelles ou célestes ; souvent utilisé pour souligner le caractère matériel ou limité d'un sujet.

A phrase referring to matters or interests related to life on Earth, as opposed to spiritual or heavenly matters; often used to emphasize a lack of interest or relevance in a particular situation.

1. Worldly mattersB2formal

   Matters related to life on Earth, as opposed to spiritual or religious concerns.

   préoccupation terrestre

   • He had no interest in earthly concerns, focusing only on his spiritual journey.
   • The philosopher argued that earthly concerns distract us from higher truths.
   • She set aside all earthly concerns to meditate in peace.

2. Practical or material issuesB2formal

   Issues related to daily life, money, or physical needs.

   préoccupations terrestres

   • They were too busy with earthly concerns like paying bills to think about philosophy.
   • His mind was occupied with earthly concerns such as finding a job.
   • The charity helps people with their most basic earthly concerns.