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city of god

/ˈsɪti əv ɡɒd/

翻译: 指理想中的神圣或天堂之城,常用于宗教或哲学语境中描述完美社会或精神领域;也是巴西一部著名电影和小说《上帝之城》的名称,讲述里约热内卢贫民窟的生活。

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/ˈsɪti əv ɡɒd/C1formalart
  • zh指理想中的神圣或天堂之城,常用于宗教或哲学语境中描述完美社会或精神领域;也是巴西一部著名电影和小说《上帝之城》的名称,讲述里约热内卢贫民窟的生活。

A phrase referring to a utopian or heavenly city, often used in religious or philosophical contexts to describe a perfect society or spiritual realm. It is also the title of a famous Brazilian film and novel about life in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro.

  1. Religious conceptC1formal

    A spiritual or heavenly city described in Christian theology, often contrasted with the earthly city.

    zh上帝之城

    • Augustine's 'City of God' contrasts the earthly city with the heavenly one.
    • The concept of the City of God represents the ultimate spiritual community.
    • In theology, the City of God is the eternal home of the righteous.
  2. Film titleB2informal

    A critically acclaimed 2002 Brazilian film directed by Fernando Meirelles, depicting life in a Rio de Janeiro favela.

    zh上帝之城

    • 'City of God' is one of the most powerful films about poverty and crime.
    • The movie 'City of God' won several international awards.
    • I watched 'City of God' last night; it was incredibly intense.