saintlihood

noun

saintlihood

noun

Etymology From saintly + -hood.

1

The quality, state, or condition of being saintly; saintliness

  • Depending on one's model of liberated consciousness, “enlightenment” may bring about a total perfect saintlihood, or just a release from the usual patterns of craving and suffering.2013, Jay Michaelson, Evolving Dharma:
  • My life represents that of saintlihood, yet strives in worldly filth.2014, Chad E. Taylor, The Heart of the Journey:

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