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millennialism

/mɪlɪˈnɛriənɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does millennialism mean?

noun

A belief in the imminent return of Jesus Christ or a similar event, often associated with the end of the world. A theological system that emphasizes the importance of the millennium, a period of 1,000 years of peace and prosperity on earth.

Example

"The preacher's sermon on millennialism drew a large crowd, sparking a heated debate about the interpretation of biblical prophecy."

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