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- DictionaryMys·ti·cism/ˈmistəˌsiz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. belief that union with or absorption into the Deity or the absolute, or the spiritual apprehension of knowledge inaccessible to the intellect, may be attained through contemplation and self-surrender: "St. Theresa's writings were part of the tradition of Christian mysticism"
- 2. belief characterized by self-delusion or dreamy confusion of thought, especially when based on the assumption of occult qualities or mysterious agencies: "there is a hint of New Age mysticism in the show's title"