Meaning & use
theophany
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A visible or perceptible manifestation of a god or deity to a human being.
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The burning bush is described in scripture as a theophany witnessed by Moses.
Ancient myths across many cultures include stories of a theophany granted to a chosen mortal.
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Theophany is mainly a term used in religious studies and theology, distinct from an ordinary vision or hallucination.
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