DictionaryRoot: sophia
Greek

sophia

wisdom, knowledge

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Mystical insight into divine unity through inward contemplation.
noun

theosophy

thee-AH-suh-fee/θiˈɑːsəfi/

A spiritual doctrine seeking divine wisdom through mystical insight.

Etymology

The components express wisdom concerning God or divine things. In English, this became specifically knowledge sought through mystical study, connecting divine wisdom with the pursuit of direct spiritual understanding.

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