spiritualism

• Substantivo que designa a crença de que os espíritos dos mortos podem se comunicar com os vivos, geralmente por meio de médiuns, bem como a doutrina ou sistema filosófico que afirma a existência de uma realidade espiritual distinta da matéria.

A noun referring to a belief system or doctrine that asserts the separate existence of God, or the belief that spirits of the dead can communicate with the living, often through a medium, and is also associated with concern for spiritual matters.

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1. C1formal

   A theological doctrine that asserts the separate existence of God and the spiritual nature of reality.

   Espiritualismo

   • Spiritualism in this sense posits a divine being distinct from the material world.
   • The philosopher argued for a form of spiritualism that separates God from creation.
   • Many early theologians debated the nuances of spiritualism versus materialism.

2. Belief in spirit communicationB2formal

   The belief that the spirits of the dead can communicate with the living, often through a medium.

   Espiritualismo

   • She attended a séance to explore spiritualism and contact her late grandmother.
   • Spiritualism became popular in the 19th century as a movement.
   • The medium claimed to practice spiritualism by channeling messages from the afterlife.

   Sinônimosspiritism

3. Concern with spiritual mattersB2formal

   A focus on spiritual or immaterial aspects of life, as opposed to material or physical concerns.

   Espiritualidade

   • His art reflects a deep spiritualism, emphasizing inner peace and transcendence.
   • The retreat promoted spiritualism through meditation and reflection.
   • She found solace in spiritualism, prioritizing her soul's well-being over worldly gains.

   Sinônimosotherworldlinessspirituality

   Antônimosmaterialism