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spiritual rebirth

spiritual rebirth

1 7.7
A deep change in the way a person lives after a spiritual awakening
  • noun
  • /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəl rɪˈbɜrθ/
translation icon : renacimiento espiritual
  • For many, a journey into nature can lead to a spiritual rebirth, reconnecting them with their true selves.

Examples

  • Because of the spiritual rebirth which I was blessed to undergo as a result of my pilgrimage to the Holy City of Mecca, I no longer subscribe to sweeping indictments.

    Fiction book (1992)
  • A meeting with the light indicates a spiritual rebirth.

    Academic text (1990)
  • The spiritual rebirth of Indian people is already well underway.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • Moulsworth is also intimating that her birth during the "death season" is fitting for a fallen creature in need of spiritual rebirth.

    Fiction book (1996)
  • After years of searching for meaning, she finally experienced a profound spiritual rebirth that changed her outlook on life.

  • The community celebrated its spiritual rebirth after the revitalization of old traditions and practices.

Synonyms

conversion
vsspiritual rebirth
56 4.8

Changing from one religion or belief to another

is more specific about adopting a new organized belief system rather than personal awakening
rebirth
vsspiritual rebirth
19 6.1

A deep spiritual change that makes a person start a new life

is the same process but expressed as a two-word phrase
regeneration
vsspiritual rebirth
19 5.8

Making something new and stronger after damage

focuses more on inner awakening causing lasting life change rather than simple repair
to coming to life
vsspiritual rebirth
8 3.8

To get active and more real after a time with little activity

is an inner awakening that produces lasting life change rather than simple activation
reawakening
vsspiritual rebirth
3 4.1

A return of activity or interest after a time of rest

is deeper and life changing rather than just returning to prior awareness
satori
vsspiritual rebirth
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A sudden moment of deep understanding in Zen Buddhism

is a broader lasting transformation rather than a brief sudden experience
self-renewal
vsspiritual rebirth
1 6.4

The ability of a person, group, or cell to make new parts and stay active

is deeper and transformative rather than ongoing maintenance of energy or function
change of life
vsspiritual rebirth
1 5.6

A big life event that changes how a person lives or thinks

has the same change but emphasizes inner awakening leading to a new life
palingenesia
vsspiritual rebirth
  • Formal
9.9

A rebirth of the soul after a hard time

is a common descriptive phrase for profound personal transformation
palingenesis
vsspiritual rebirth
  • Specialized
9.9

A process in which someone or something is made new again

is oriented to personal inner transformation rather than general biological cycles
reviviscence
vsspiritual rebirth
  • Specialized
9.9

A return to life, being awake, or normal activity

is a deep personal change creating a new life, not merely a return

Antonyms

1 6.5

Still water that does not move in pipes or lakes, causing poor quality

How Deep

enlightenment
  • Specialized
31 8.6
spiritual rebirth
1 7.7
awakening
54 4.4
renewal
73 3.5
change
1.1

Surface Forms

Morphology

spiritual + rebirth

The noun phrase is directly compositional: 'spiritual' specifies the domain (soul/religion) and 'rebirth' denotes being born again or a profound renewal. A B1 learner who knows both constituents can readily infer a profound personal or religious renewal/awakening, so the meaning is transparent rather than idiomatic.

Etymology

Spiritual rebirth is like a butterfly coming out of a cocoon, with the old self left behind and a new self emerging. So, it means 'a deep personal change' and 'a new way of life'.