Spirit vs. Matter
For many, science and faith are like water and oil, but for others they are two sides of the same coin; since both pretend to understand not only the world, but the whole universe. However, what is clear is that both differ in their ideology and the way they approach the above-mentioned subject.
Difference between Spirit and Matter
The difference between spirit and matter is a key element to understand the difference between science and faith, therefore, if you have doubts about it or you are simply looking for a little more information to complement what you already know; continue reading, because below we explain everything you need to know about this interesting topic.
Matter
Matter is a scientific concept that does not have a concise definition, since over time it has been modified or changed depending on the field of study and the context.
Traditionally it is said that matter is all that exists and has mass, that is, anything whose presence is physical; not merely abstract. However, even in fields of study such as physics questions what actually constitutes matter.
Although this concept is very used in the modern sciences, its origin goes back thousands of years. Although its definition has varied a lot over the years, the basic idea of it has remained the same.
Spirit
On the other hand, “spirit” is not a scientific concept; but religious and spiritual. The word itself derives from the Latin “spirits”, which means “breath”. In most contexts this word refers to the soul (which gives life to the body), but in some they are treated as different things.
For most believers, the spirit is something that never perishes, but when its moment comes, it is detached from the body. Also, in this context, the spirit is considered to be what really defines a person. A lot of religions preach that the spirit is a gift from God.
Finally, some beliefs and religions hold that the spirit reincarnates, while others affirm that it goes to heaven or to hell depending on the actions of each person. In almost every ideology the spirit is the soul, while matter is body.
