Entity: ABYSS
ABYSS is a term that originated from the Latin word abyssus, meaning 'bottomless, the deep,' ultimately traced back to the primordial sea called the Abuzu by the Sumerians. It refers to an immeasurably deep gulf or great space, symbolizing intellectual or moral depths.
ABYSS
Etymology
The term ABYSS originated from the Latin word abyssus, meaning 'bottomless, the deep,' and can be traced back to the primordial sea called the Abuzu by the Sumerians.
Definition
ABYSS is a metaphorical representation of an immeasurably deep gulf or space, often symbolizing intellectual or moral depths.
Historical Context
In ancient cosmogonies, ABYSS was depicted as the bottomless gulf, pit, or chaos, representing the vast unknown or the origins of existence.
Cultural Significance
ABYSS is often used in literature, art, and philosophy to convey the concept of unfathomable depths, mystery, or the unknown aspects of life.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include chasm, void, depths, and infinity, all representing vast, immeasurable spaces or ideas.
See Also
A metaphorical representation of an immeasurable deep gulf or space, often symbolizing intellectual or moral depths.