sacralidade
[sa.kra.li.ˈda.dʒi]
nounfemininepl: sacralidades
sacredness
1. the quality or state of being sacred; the condition of being holy, consecrated, or worthy of religious respect
The sacralidade of the temple was preserved through centuries of devotion.
A sacralidade do templo foi preservada através de séculos de devoção.
2. the attribute of something that is considered inviolable or deserving of reverence in a spiritual or religious context
Many believers recognize the sacralidade of ancient texts.
Muitos fiéis reconhecem a sacralidade dos textos antigos.
3. the quality of being set apart from the mundane or profane; spiritual sanctity
The priest emphasized the sacralidade of the ceremony.
O padre enfatizou a sacralidade da cerimônia.
Sacralidade is predominantly used in religious, theological, and academic discourse in Brazil. It reflects the importance of spirituality and religious reverence in Brazilian culture, particularly within Catholicism and other religious traditions. The term is also employed in discussions of cultural heritage and indigenous spiritual practices, emphasizing the inviolable nature of sacred spaces and objects.
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