"peace that passeth understanding" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From the King James version of the Bible: "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:7). Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} peace that passeth understanding (uncountable)
  1. (set phrase) Spiritual enlightenment; religious salvation. Wikipedia link: King James version Tags: uncountable Synonyms: peace that passes all understanding, peace that passes understanding, peace that passeth all understanding, peace which passes all understanding, peace which passes understanding, peace which passeth all understanding, peace which passeth understanding
    Sense id: en-peace_that_passeth_understanding-en-noun-fLJj3l0U Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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