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Vocabulary Entry
chiliastic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to chiliastic beliefs or expectations, particularly regarding a future time of great peace and happiness on Earth, often associated with the 'millennium' in a religious context.
Example Sentences
"The chiliastic fervor among the followers was palpable as they anticipated the coming transformation."
"His chiliastic views led him to believe that a utopian society was just around the corner."
"The church's teachings were steeped in chiliastic imagery, inspiring hope among its congregation."
N
noun
A belief or doctrine that emphasizes the coming of a millennium, a future period of divine rule and peace on Earth.
Example Sentences
"The group's chiliastic ideology attracted many believers seeking a better future."
"Historically, several sects have formed around chiliastic doctrines, each interpreting the concept differently."
"Her writings were filled with chiliastics, urging people to prepare for the promised age of enlightenment."