rebirth

Everyday

1. A new start or return to life after something has ended or declined. tree →
2. (church) Christians believe in being «born again», a new spiritual life through faith. tree →
3. (religion) In Hinduism and Buddhism, being born again into a new life after death (reincarnation). tree →
4. A revival of an idea, art or place. tree →

In the lessons

In science, spring is a time of rebirth in nature. In history, the «Renaissance» means rebirth of learning. In religion lessons, Christians speak of spiritual rebirth in baptism; Hindus and Buddhists believe in rebirth after death. Phrases: «a rebirth of interest», «spiritual rebirth».

Examples

• Spring is a time of rebirth when flowers return. tree →
• The old town saw a rebirth after the new park opened. tree →
• Christians believe baptism is a sign of rebirth. tree →
• Hindus believe the soul goes through rebirth. tree →
• The Renaissance was a rebirth of art and learning. tree →
• The phoenix rises from the ashes in a story of rebirth. tree →

Note

Built from «re-» (again) + «birth». Mostly uncountable. Beliefs differ, so say «Christians believe», «Buddhists believe». The «phoenix» is a myth bird symbolising rebirth.