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Hermeticism2, hermeticism
1. the ideas or beliefs set forth in the writings of Hermes Trismegistus. See also: Alchemy, Philosophy2. adherence to these ideas and beliefs. 1. the occult concepts, ideas, or philosophy set forth in the writings of the hermeticists of the late Middle Ages and the early Renaissance. See also: Mysticism2. adherence to, belief in, or propagation of these concepts and ideas. 3. Literature. a symbolic and arcane style similar to that of the hermeticists, especially in the poetry of certain French symbolist poets. — hermeticist, hermetist, n. — hermetic, hermetical, adj. 1. the occult concepts, ideas, or philosophy set forth in the writings of the hermeticists of the late Middle Ages and the early Renaissance. See also: Literary Style
2. adherence to, belief in, or propagation of these concepts and ideas. 3. a symbolic and arcane style similar to that of the hermeticists, especially in the poetry of certain French symbolist poets. — hermeticist, hermetist, n. — hermetic, hermetical, adj. Translations Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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