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metempsychosis

/mɛtɛmˈpsɪkəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does metempsychosis mean?

noun

The ancient Greek philosophical idea of the transmigration of souls, especially into animals or other human beings after death. A change of mind or attitude, especially one that is sudden and profound.

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"The concept of metempsychosis was central to the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Pythagoras."

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