anagogy
English
/ˈæn.ə.ɡɒ.d͡ʒi/, /æn.əˈɡɒd͡.ʒi/
noun
Definitions
- The spiritual or mystical interpretation of a word or passage beyond the literal, allegorical or moral sense.
Etymology
Derived from Ancient Greek ἀναγωγή (mystical feeling, religious ecstatic elevation, elevation).
Origin
Ancient Greek
ἀναγωγή
Gloss
mystical feeling, religious ecstatic elevation, elevation
Concept
Semantic Field
The physical world
Ontological Category
Person/Thing