Pneuma (πνεῦμα)

pneuma • PNEW-mah
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Meaning

The "breath" or "spirit" composed of fire and air that animates the universe.

In practice: The physical substance of the logos and the human soul.

Examples & notes

  • Pneuma gives tension (tonos) to matter, holding objects together.
  • The human soul is a refined form of pneuma.

Seen in

Chrysippus

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