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APOPHATIC

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There is 1 meaning of the word Apophatic.

Apophatic - as an adjective

Of or relating to the belief that god can be known to humans only in terms of what he is not (such as `god is unknowable')

Example Sentences

"The apophatic tradition in theology emphasizes the inability of human language and concepts to describe the nature of God."
"The apophatic approach rejects the idea that one can positively define God."
"The mystics employed apophatic language to express their experiences of the divine."
"The apophatic tradition is prevalent in various religious traditions such as Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam."
"In apophatic prayer, the focus is on silence and emptying the mind from thoughts."
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Is APOPHATIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, apophatic is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

APOPHATIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is APOPHATIC a valid Words With Friends word?
No, apophatic is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
APOPHATIC is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is APOPHATIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, apophatic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
APOPHATIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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