mundo material
[MUN-do ma-te-ri-AL]
noun phrasemasculinepl: mundos materiais
material world
1. The physical, tangible realm of existence comprising all matter, objects, and physical phenomena, as opposed to the spiritual or abstract realm
The monk sought to escape the distractions of the material world through meditation.
O monge buscava escapar das distrações do mundo material através da meditação.
2. The sphere of physical possessions, wealth, and material concerns in human society
She realized that success in the material world did not bring her happiness.
Ela percebeu que o sucesso no mundo material não lhe trouxe felicidade.
3. The domain of sensory experience and observable reality
Scientific inquiry focuses on understanding the material world through empirical evidence.
A investigação científica se concentra em compreender o mundo material através de evidências empíricas.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian Portuguese religious, philosophical, and spiritual contexts, particularly in discussions about materialism, spirituality, and the pursuit of meaning. It reflects a philosophical distinction between the physical and spiritual realms that is prevalent in both Catholic and Spiritualist traditions in Brazil.
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