boehmenism
Definition
Noun: 1. A mystical Christian theological system: Boehmenism refers to the specific set of mystical and theosophical doctrines developed by the German cobbler and Christian mystic Jakob Boehme (1575-1624). It emphasizes direct, personal revelation of God, the nature of divine will, and the concept of the universe as a manifestation of divine conflict and resolution.
Usage
- Boehmenism is studied as a significant influence on later Western esotericism and certain Protestant mystical movements.
- The term is used in historical and theological contexts to describe the ideas originating from Boehme's writings.
- Example: "The scholar's thesis explored the impact of Boehmenism on 17th-century European thought beyond its influence on the Quakers."
Advanced Usage
- The term is highly specialized and appears almost exclusively in academic discourse related to religious history, mysticism, or the history of ideas.
- It can be used attributively (like an adjective) in phrases such as "Boehmenist thought" or "Boehmenist influences."
Variants and Related Words
- Behmenism: An alternative, less common spelling of Boehmenism.
- Boehmenist (noun): A follower or adherent of Boehmenism.
- Boehmenist (adjective): Of or relating to Boehmenism (e.g., Boehmenist writings).
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms, as it names a specific doctrine. It can be described as:
- The mystical system of Jakob Boehme
- Boehme's theosophy
Related Concepts
- Christian Mysticism: The broader tradition of seeking direct, experiential union with God within Christianity, of which Boehmenism is a part.
- Theosophy: In its historical sense (not the modern movement), this refers to systems of thought that aim at a knowledge of God through spiritual ecstasy, intuition, or special individual revelation. Boehmenism is a prime example of Christian theosophy.
- Quietism: A different Christian mystical tradition emphasizing passive contemplation, sometimes discussed in contrast to more active or speculative systems like Boehmenism.
Noun
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the mystical theological doctrine of Jakob Boehme that influenced the Quakers
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