mysticism
[ mis-tuh-siz-uh m ]
/ ˈmɪs təˌsɪz əm /
noun
the beliefs, ideas, or mode of thought of mystics.
a doctrine of an immediate spiritual intuition of truths believed to transcend ordinary understanding, or of a direct, intimate union of the soul with God through contemplation or ecstasy.
obscure thought or speculation.
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mystery tour, mystic, mystical, mystical theology, mysticete, mysticism, mysticize, mystify, mystique, mysuru, mytacism
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British Dictionary definitions for mysticism
mysticism
/ (ˈmɪstɪˌsɪzəm) /
noun
belief in or experience of a reality surpassing normal human understanding or experience, esp a reality perceived as essential to the nature of life
a system of contemplative prayer and spirituality aimed at achieving direct intuitive experience of the divine
obscure or confused belief or thought
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Culture definitions for mysticism
mysticism
In religion, the attempt by an individual to achieve a personal union with God or with some other divine being or principle. Mystics generally practice daily meditation.
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