faith strength

[/feɪθ strɛŋθ/]
noun phrase
força da fé
1. The power, courage, or resilience derived from religious belief or conviction
She found faith strength to overcome her illness through prayer and spirituality.
Ela encontrou força da fé para superar sua doença através da oração e espiritualidade.
2. The emotional or psychological fortitude that comes from trusting in a higher power or divine purpose
The community drew faith strength from their shared beliefs during the crisis.
A comunidade tirou força da fé de suas crenças compartilhadas durante a crise.
In Brazil, 'força da fé' is deeply rooted in both Catholic and Evangelical Christian traditions, as well as Afro-Brazilian religions. The phrase is commonly used in religious communities, motivational contexts, and during times of personal or collective hardship. In the USA, particularly in American English-speaking communities, faith strength is often referenced in religious sermons, support groups, and motivational literature.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
spiritual strengthreligious convictiondivine couragebelief powerfortitude of faith
Antonyms / Antônimos
doubtdisbeliefweaknessdespairfaithlessness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
força da fé
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
força espiritual
Alternative phrase emphasizing spiritual dimension
São Paulo
força da crença
Variant emphasizing belief aspect
Portugal
força de convicção religiosa
More formal expression used in European Portuguese

Related Words

faithstrengthbeliefspiritualityconvictionresiliencecourage

Related Idioms & Phrases

faith can move mountains
strength in faith
keep the faith
by faith not by sight
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