Noun: universalism ,yoo-nu'vur-su,li-zum
- The theological doctrine that all people will eventually be saved or unified with the divine
"Universalism challenges the concept of eternal damnation"
- The belief or doctrine that certain principles, values, or truths apply universally to all people, regardless of culture, religion, or circumstances
"The idea of human rights is rooted in universalism"
Derived forms: universalisms
Type of: theological doctrine
Encyclopedia: Universalism, Hypothetical