Gnostically

/ˈnɑːstɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to gnosticism or the pursuit of spiritual knowledge as a path to understanding and salvation.

Etymology

From gnostic + -ally (adverb suffix). Allows the adjectival concept of gnosticism to modify verbs and other adjectives.

Kelly Says

When philosophers describe someone as thinking 'gnostically,' they mean approaching truth through intuitive or spiritual insight rather than logical reasoning—it's the opposite of purely rational thinking.

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