Definition

A belief or practice in which a person seeks spiritual peace and perfection through passive contemplation and withdrawal from worldly affairs.

Example

Many followers of quietism believe that true peace comes from letting go of personal desires and focusing on divine contemplation.

Conversation

I've been reading about quietism and its emphasis on inner peace.

Really? That sounds interesting! How does it work?

It promotes a state of calmness and passive contemplation.

I could definitely use more of that in my life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quietism → It is formed from "quietus" (from Latin, meaning quiet or at rest) and the suffix "-ism" (meaning a practice or belief). The term refers to a doctrine that emphasizes passive contemplation and the importance of inner peace.

Memory Tip

Think of 'quiet' to remember that 'quietism' is about a practice of being at rest and finding inner peace.

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