Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
manichaeism
noun
/ˌmænɪˈkiːɪzəm/
Definition
A religious philosophy that emphasizes the dualistic nature of good and evil.
Examples
- Manichaeism was founded by the prophet Mani in the 3rd century.
- The beliefs of Manichaeism influenced several later religious movements.
- Many scholars study the impact of Manichaeism on early Christianity.
Meaning
Manichaeism teaches that the world is a battleground between the forces of good, represented by light, and the forces of evil, represented by darkness.
Synonyms
- Dualism
- Gnosticism
- Radical dualism
