Quietism
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Quietism is a noun meaning A form of mysticism involving quiet contemplation.
Meaning
A form of mysticism involving quiet contemplation.
More Meanings
- A state of passive quietness.
- (philosophy) The view that the proper role of philosophy is a broadly therapeutic or remedial one.
- The rejection of politics on religious grounds.
Word Forms
- quietisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include contemplationism, contemplative, zenitude, mysticism, contemplation, meditation.
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