Every word By Adeline Atlas (SOS: School Of Soul)
Jan 26, 2026
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Renunciation: Reclaiming Sovereignty Through Words
Renunciation is the conscious act of rejecting and releasing beliefs, agreements, or energies that no longer serve your highest good. It’s not merely a spiritual concept—it’s a declaration of independence from influences that seek to limit you.
Definitions:
Renounce
- Definition: To formally declare one's abandonment of a claim, right, belief, or possession. It implies a deliberate decision to give up or reject something.
- Etymology: Derived from the Latin renuntiare, meaning "to announce back or reject."
Renunciation
- Definition: The act of rejecting or giving up something, often publicly or formally. It can refer to material possessions, titles, beliefs, or even personal desires.
- Etymology: From the Latin renuntiatio, meaning "a denial or formal declaration."
Rebuke
- Definition: To express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions. It is often done in a stern or authoritative manner.
- Etymology: From the Old French rebuchier, meaning "to beat back."
Denounce
- Definition: To publicly condemn something as being wrong, harmful, or immoral. It often involves making a formal or public statement against something.
- Etymology: From the Latin denuntiare, meaning "to declare or proclaim."
Key Differences:
- Renounce is the act of giving something up; renunciation formalizes the process.
- Rebuke is personal and direct, whereas denunciation is public and declarative.