Esotericism

Pronunciation: /ˈˌɛsətɛɹɪkˈɪzəm/

Esotericism (noun)

  1. Beliefs or teachings meant for a small group, often about spiritual matters, that are not easy for most people to understand.
  2. The practice of presenting knowledge as secret or special, using symbols or complex ideas to limit who can understand it.

Examples

  • Esotericism often points to hidden spiritual ideas behind everyday life.
  • Hidden spiritual ideas are sometimes linked to esotericism by readers.