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immanence

[/ˈɪmənəns/]
nounfemininepl: immanences
imanência
1. The quality or state of being inherent, indwelling, or permanently pervading something
The immanence of divine presence in all things is a key concept in pantheism.
A imanência da presença divina em todas as coisas é um conceito-chave no panteísmo.
2. In philosophy, the relation of a being or property to that in which it is contained or exists
Spinoza's philosophy emphasizes the immanence of God within nature.
A filosofia de Spinoza enfatiza a imanência de Deus na natureza.
3. The quality of being limited to or operating within the bounds of possible experience
Kant's critical philosophy distinguishes between immanence and transcendence.
A filosofia crítica de Kant distingue entre imanência e transcendência.
Synonyms
indwellinginherenceinherencypervasivenessomnipresence
Antonyms
transcendenceexternalityseparation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
imanência
Standard usage in philosophical and theological contexts
Portugal
imanência
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

divine immanence
immanence of God
transcendental immanence
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