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spirituality
The personal search for, or belief in, a deeper, non-material reality or meaning in life. This can relate to religion, meditation, experiences in nature, or a personal inner experience.
Für viele Menschen ist Spiritualität ein wichtiger Teil ihres Lebens, unabhängig von einer Religionszugehörigkeit.
For many people, spirituality is an important part of their lives, regardless of religious affiliation.
The word ends in '-ität' (-ity). This ending is often added to adjectives to form an abstract noun. Here, 'Spiritualität' (spirituality) is derived from the adjective 'spirituell' (spiritual).
Viele Menschen entdecken ihre spirituelle Seite erst im Alter.
Many people only discover their spiritual side later in life.
'Spiritualität' (spirituality) is often used with verbs that describe a personal journey or experience. Common combinations are 'Spiritualität finden' (to find spirituality), 'Spiritualität suchen' (to seek spirituality), or 'seine Spiritualität leben' (to live one's spirituality).
Manche Menschen reisen, um ihre Spiritualität zu finden.
Some people travel in order to find their spirituality.
As an abstract concept, 'Spiritualität' (spirituality) is an uncountable noun. It is therefore usually used in the singular and often without an article, especially when referring to the general concept.
In diesem Buch geht es um Spiritualität im Alltag.
This book is about spirituality in everyday life.
religion
Religion can also refer to a personal belief in a higher power or a spiritual principle. Spiritualität places greater emphasis on an individual search, experience, or practice and does not require a fixed belief system. Religion is appropriate for a specific religious conviction, while Spiritualität is more suitable for an open inner search.
Für Nina bedeutet Spiritualität vor allem die persönliche Suche nach Sinn durch Meditation.
For Nina, spirituality primarily means a personal search for meaning through meditation.
Für Nina bedeutet Religion vor allem den persönlichen Glauben an Gott.
For Nina, religion primarily means a personal belief in God.
