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Lista de Palabras Nivel C2 - Religion

Aquí aprenderás todas las palabras esenciales para hablar sobre religión, recopiladas específicamente para estudiantes de nivel C2.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
vigil
vigil
[Sustantivo]

a spiritual observance involving staying awake, praying, or meditating, often held before a holy day or event

vigilia, vela

vigilia, vela

Ex: They participated in the Easter vigil at midnight. 
catechism
catechism
[Sustantivo]

a religious manual typically presented in a question-and-answer format for the purpose of teaching

catecismo

catecismo

Ex: The catechism taught us the basic beliefs of our religion. 
Epiphany
Epiphany
[Sustantivo]

the event when Jesus Christ was revealed to the Magi

Epifanía

Epifanía

Ex: The story of the Epiphany is told in the Bible. 
canon
canon
[Sustantivo]

a recognized collection of authoritative books, texts, or works within a particular field or tradition, especially in religion

catálogo

catálogo

Ex: Shakespeare's plays are considered part of the literary canon in English literature. 
hermitage
hermitage
[Sustantivo]

a place of solitude where a religious person resides, away from the distractions of the outside world

ermita

ermita

Ex: The old stone hermitage nestled deep in the forest was the perfect place for solitude and meditation. 
apostle
apostle
[Sustantivo]

any one of the twelve disciples of Jesus

apóstol

apóstol

Ex: Peter, also known as Simon Peter, was one of the apostles of Jesus and is often regarded as the leader among them. 
sacrilege
sacrilege
[Sustantivo]

the act of disrespectfully treating a sacred item or place

sacrilegio

sacrilegio

Ex: Vandalizing a place of worship is considered a sacrilege by many religious communities. 
pantheon
pantheon
[Sustantivo]

a monumental building dedicated to gods and goddesses

panteón

panteón

Ex: The Mayan civilization built impressive pantheons to honor their gods and ancestors. 
hermit
hermit
[Sustantivo]

a person who lives a very simple life in solitude as a religious practice

anacoreta

anacoreta

Ex: The hermit lived deep in the forest, away from the distractions of the world, devoting himself to prayer and meditation. 
consecration
consecration
[Sustantivo]

act or ceremony of declaring something sacred or dedicated to a divine purpose, particularly in Christianity

consagración

consagración

Ex: In certain religious traditions, the consecration of a bishop is a sacred ritual that marks the individual's appointment to a holy office within the church. 
pantheism
pantheism
[Sustantivo]

the belief that God and the universe are one and the same, considering the entire natural world as a divine expression of God

panteísmo

panteísmo

Ex: Some proponents of pantheism find solace and a sense of awe in contemplating the vastness and complexity of the universe. 
polytheism
polytheism
[Sustantivo]

the belief in or worship of multiple gods or deities

politeísmo

politeísmo

Ex: Polytheism was a common religious belief in many ancient civilizations, such as ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, where various gods and goddesses were worshiped. 
purgatory
purgatory
[Sustantivo]

in certain Christian beliefs, a temporary state of purification for souls after death, preparing them for entry into heaven

purgatorio

purgatorio

Ex: In Catholic theology, believers may undergo purification in purgatory to achieve holiness before entering heaven. 
eschatology
eschatology
[Sustantivo]

the branch of theology concerned with the study of the end times, final events, and the ultimate destiny of humanity and the world

escatología, estudio de los últimos tiempos

escatología, estudio de los últimos tiempos

Ex: Eschatology in Christianity delves into beliefs about the Second Coming of Christ, the Last Judgment, and the establishment of a new heaven and earth. 
resurrection
resurrection
[Sustantivo]

the return to life of Christ on the third day after his death on the cross, according to the New Testament

Resurrección

Resurrección

Ex: Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday, commemorating his victory over death and sin. 
sanctity
sanctity
[Sustantivo]

the state or quality of being sacred or morally pure

santidad

santidad

Ex: The sanctity of the temple was preserved through rituals and ceremonies that emphasized its holiness. 
commandment
commandment
[Sustantivo]

one of the biblical Ten Commandments, guiding ethical conduct in religious traditions

mandamiento, precepto

mandamiento, precepto

Ex: The Ten Commandments, given to Moses on Mount Sinai, include fundamental commandments like "You shall not murder" and "You shall not steal." 
creationism
creationism
[Sustantivo]

the belief that the universe and living organisms originated through divine acts of creation, often differing from scientific explanations such as evolution

creacionismo, doctrina de la creación

creacionismo, doctrina de la creación

Ex: Creationism is a prominent perspective in some religious communities, influencing educational curricula and beliefs about human origins. 
heresy
heresy
[Sustantivo]

a belief or opinion that contradicts the established doctrines of a religion

herejía

herejía

Ex: Galileo's support for heliocentrism was once considered heresy by the Church. 
paganism
paganism
[Sustantivo]

the belief in or worship of multiple deities, often associated with nature, and typically not adhering to major world religions such as Christianity, Islam, or Judaism

el paganismo, la religión pagana

el paganismo, la religión pagana

Ex: Ancient civilizations practiced paganism, venerating a diverse array of nature gods and goddesses. 
predestination
predestination
[Sustantivo]

(in theology) the doctrine that all events, including human salvation or damnation, are determined in advance by God

predestinación, destino predeterminado

predestinación, destino predeterminado

Ex: Calvin's teachings emphasized predestination as a key element of faith. 
abbess
abbess
[Sustantivo]

the female head of an abbey, convent, or other religious houses of nuns

abadesa

abadesa

Ex: We elected Sister Margaret as our new abbess, recognizing her leadership qualities and dedication to the community. 
abbot
abbot
[Sustantivo]

the male spiritual leader and administrator of an abbey, monastery, or group of monasteries

abad

abad

Ex: Let us gather in the chapel to listen to the abbot's sermon, as his words always bring clarity and inspiration. 
rosary
rosary
[Sustantivo]

a set of beads used for counting prayers, especially in the Catholic tradition

rosario, cuentas de oración

rosario, cuentas de oración

Ex: During prayer, the devout Catholic gently fingers each bead on the rosary, reciting specific prayers in a prescribed order. 
providence
providence
[Sustantivo]

the divine guidance, care, and intervention of a higher power

providencia, la providencia divina

providencia, la providencia divina

Ex: The religious community attributed their survival in difficult times to the providence of God, believing in divine protection. 
sectarianism
sectarianism
[Sustantivo]

the intense devotion to a particular religious or political sect, often leading to prejudice or discrimination against members of other sects

sectarismo, sectarismo religioso

sectarismo, sectarismo religioso

Ex: Sectarianism has been a persistent challenge in regions marked by religious diversity, leading to tensions and conflicts between different religious communities. 
agnosticism
agnosticism
[Sustantivo]

uncertainty or lack of commitment regarding the existence of deities or the ability to know and comprehend the nature of ultimate reality

agnosticismo

agnosticismo

Ex: Agnosticism is marked by a humble acknowledgment that the existence of God or spiritual truths is uncertain and beyond definitive human understanding. 
theosophy
theosophy
[Sustantivo]

a religious and philosophical system that seeks to explore the mysteries of the divine and the nature of reality through a combination of spiritual insight, ancient wisdom, and esoteric teachings

la teosofía

la teosofía

Ex: Theosophy proposes a holistic understanding of spirituality, drawing inspiration from various religious and mystical traditions. 
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