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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
'die Religion' and 'die Spiritualität' can both have to do with faith, meaning, and a reality that is not only material. 'Religion' often means a specific system with rules, rituals, and a community. 'Spiritualität' is usually more personal and freer. It can belong to a religion, but it can also be lived without a fixed religion, for example through meditation, nature, or personal experiences. The words can be confused because both concern inner questions and meaning. When it is about an organized form of faith, 'Religion' fits. When it is about a personal search and inner experience, 'Spiritualität' is more natural.
Nach dem Yoga spricht die Gruppe über Spiritualität und innere Ruhe.
After yoga, the group talks about spirituality and inner calm.
Lisa interessiert sich für Religion, weil sie für die Prüfung verschiedene Glaubensformen vergleicht.
Lisa is interested in religion because she is comparing different forms of faith for the exam.