"eternal recurrence" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: The concept dates from ancient times and was popularized by the philosopher Nietzsche (1844-1900). Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} eternal recurrence (uncountable)
  1. (cosmology, religion, philosophy) The belief or theory that all the events in cosmic history repeat in an endless cycle. Wikipedia link: eternal recurrence Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Cosmology, Philosophy, Religion, Time Synonyms: eternal return
    Sense id: en-eternal_recurrence-en-noun-NYymPt21 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: astronomy, cosmology, human-sciences, lifestyle, natural-sciences, philosophy, religion, sciences

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