quietism

Example Sentences

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In the absence of evidence for the Trojan horse hypothesis for corporate mindfulness, there is an alternative hypothesis: Corporate Quietism.

From Salon • Sep. 27, 2015

At all events, he started a series of "Dialogues on Quietism," in which all the extreme doctrines of Molinos and his disciples were examined and ridiculed.

From Three French Moralists and The Gallantry of France by Gosse, Edmund

Quietism, so accused of being obscure, was but too evident.

From Priests, Women, and Families by Michelet, Jules

Since then they had tried Quietism: at one time they let Fenelon believe they would support him.

From Priests, Women, and Families by Michelet, Jules

Though his books show a tendency to Quietism, his character was one of fiery energy and unresting industry.

From Christian Mysticism by Inge, William Ralph