Definition

The study or belief about the end of the world and what happens after death, including ideas about the final events in human history and the ultimate fate of humanity.

Example

Many religions have their own views on eschatology and what the end of the world will look like.

Conversation

Have you ever studied eschatology?

Not really, but I find the concept of the end times fascinating.

Yeah, it raises so many questions about what happens after we die.

Absolutely, it's a topic that makes you think about life and purpose.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eschatology → It is formed from "eschatos" (from Greek, meaning last or final) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word refers to the study of last things or final events, particularly in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eschatos' meaning 'last' and '-logy' meaning 'study' — this helps you remember that eschatology is the study of final things.

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