mystagogy

/mɪsˈtæɡəɡi/

Definitions

1. noun

The period of time after baptism during which a Christian is instructed in the faith and develops their spiritual life, often through a series of lectures or meetings with a spiritual director.

“The mystagogy program helped her deepen her understanding of Christianity and develop a closer relationship with God.”

2. noun

A Christian spiritual discipline that involves a prolonged period of study and meditation on the faith, often under the guidance of a spiritual director.

“He spent several years in mystagogy, reading scripture and attending lectures to deepen his understanding of the Christian faith.”

Synonyms

  • Christian formation
  • spiritual discipline

Antonyms

  • atheism
  • secularism