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What's the difference between soul and spirit?
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tynamite
Nathan
I think this is an interesting distinction. I worry that your definition of spirit may be under-inclusive of what spirit is. As I read it, you are saying your spirit animates both your body and soul. (note: I'm reading in here a bit and certainly another interp is possible).tynamite
Me
No that's not what I meant. I meant your outlook on life, and the general disposition that you have for yourself. That's what I mean by morale.tynamite
Shared meaning
Soul and spirit both mean the conciousness that people have that has thoughts and feelings, that can experience the afterlife in heaven.
Soul
Apart from soul music, soul means to put a strong effort into something.Spirit
Apart from an alcoholic drink, spirit means one's morale that someone has.Perhaps that is why people say "heart and soul" and "keep your spirits high", and not the other way round.