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foi

Definitions of foi
  1. noun
    complete confidence in a person or plan etc
    synonyms: confiance
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    type of:
    croyance
    any cognitive content held as true
  2. noun
    a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
    synonyms: croyance
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    types:
    paganisme
    any of various religions other than Christianity or Judaism or Islamism
    christianisme
    a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior
    hindouisme, indouisme
    a body of religious and philosophical beliefs and cultural practices native to India and based on a caste system; it is characterized by a belief in reincarnation, by a belief in a supreme being of many forms and natures, by the view that opposing theories are aspects of one eternal truth, and by a desire for liberation from earthly evils
    bouddhisme
    the teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct and wisdom and meditation releases one from desire and suffering and rebirth
    yoga
    Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility that is achieved through the three paths of actions and knowledge and devotion
    type of:
    croyance
    any cognitive content held as true
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