ecumenism

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ecumenism

The priest spoke about ecumenism during the interfaith service.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A movement or principle aiming at worldwide Christian unity: In Christianity, ecumenism refers to the organized effort to promote cooperation, understanding, and eventual unity among different Christian churches and denominations.
    • A movement promoting unity among different religions: More broadly, ecumenism can refer to efforts to foster dialogue, cooperation, and mutual respect among the world's various religions.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The conference focused on ecumenism and interfaith dialogue.
    • His life's work was dedicated to the cause of ecumenism.
    • Theological discussions are a key part of modern ecumenism.
Advanced Usage
  • "Spirit of ecumenism": Refers to an attitude or atmosphere characterized by a desire for unity and cooperation among different religious groups.
    • The meeting was conducted in a true spirit of ecumenism.
  • "Ecumenism in action": Describes practical efforts or initiatives that embody the principles of the ecumenical movement.
    • The joint charity project was a powerful example of ecumenism in action.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ecumenical (adj): Relating to or representing the whole Christian world, or promoting unity among religions.
    • An ecumenical council; an ecumenical service.
  • Ecumenist (n): A person who advocates or works for ecumenism.
    • He was a noted ecumenist who bridged many divides.
Synonyms
  • Interfaith dialogue: Conversation and cooperation between different religious traditions.
  • Christian unity: The goal of uniting different Christian churches.
  • Religious cooperation: Collaborative efforts among different faiths.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "To build bridges": This phrase, while not exclusive to ecumenism, captures its core aim of fostering connections.
    • His ecumenical work was all about building bridges between communities.
  • "To seek common ground": To look for shared beliefs or goals, a fundamental activity in ecumenism.
    • The path of ecumenism requires all parties to seek common ground.
ecumenism

The priest spoke about ecumenism during the interfaith service.

Noun
  1. (Christianity) the doctrine of the ecumenical movement that promotes cooperation and better understanding among different religious denominations: aimed at universal Christian unity
  2. a movement promoting union between religions (especially between Christian churches)

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