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theophany

 

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Noun theophany has 1 sense
  1. theophany - a visible (but not necessarily material) manifestation of a deity to a human person
    --1 is a kind of
    manifestation

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Theophany

Noun: A visible manifestation or appearance of a deity.

Example sentence: Theophany is a significant event in many religious traditions where the divine is believed to reveal itself to humans.

Noun: A theological term referring to an event or experience where a person perceives or encounters the presence of God.

Example sentence: The biblical story of Moses and the burning bush is a classic theophany in which God revealed Himself to Moses.

Noun: A supernatural appearance or occurrence, often in the form of a vision, considered as evidence of divine power.

Example sentence: The village worshippers believed the unusual rainbow after the heavy storm was a theophany sent by the gods.

Noun: The manner or appearance in which a divine figure, often in religious art, is depicted.

Example sentence: The artist beautifully captured the theophany of Jesus in the painting, with rays of light emanating from Him.

Noun: (Local usage) A yearly festival celebrated in the small town of Tannarak, known for its theophany parade where locals dress as gods and goddesses.

Example sentence: The theophany marked the beginning of the town's most joyous event, with the streets filled with music and colorful costumes.

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