Entity: RAPTURE
Rapture refers to an expression of extreme pleasure, happiness, or excitement, often associated with a feeling of emotional ecstasy and passion.
RAPTURE
Etymology
The term 'rapture' originates from an old French word meaning 'carried away'.
Definition
Rapture is a state of intense delight, enthusiasm, or ecstasy that transcends normal experiences, often described as a feeling of being transported to another world.
Historical Context
In theology, 'the Rapture' refers to the anticipated experience of meeting Christ midway in the air upon his return to earth, as believed by some fundamentalist Christians.
Cultural Significance
Rapture is often associated with extreme pleasure, happiness, or excitement, and is a common theme in art, literature, and music, symbolizing a moment of intense emotional experience.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include ecstasy, passion, euphoria, and transcendence.
See Also
A state of intense delight, enthusiasm, or ecstasy that transcends normal experiences, often described as a feeling of being transported to another world.