Transcendence
(noun)
The state or quality of being beyond the limits of ordinary experience or knowledge; surpassing the limitations of the material world.
Origin:
The word transcendence comes from the late 16th century, from the latin words "transcendere" meaning to climb or go beyond, and the word "transcendentia" meaning that which goes beyond. it refers to the state or quality of being beyond the limits of ordinary experience or knowledge; surpassing the limitations of the material world.
Examples:
- The concept of transcendence is central to many religious and spiritual beliefs.
- The novel explores the theme of transcendence of the human condition.
- The experience of transcendence can be described as a sense of unity with the universe or a higher power.
- The artist's work aims to evoke a sense of transcendence in the viewer.
- Transcendence can be described as the process of going beyond the self, and experiencing a sense of connection to something greater than oneself.