noun the ascent of Christ into heaven on the fortieth day after his resurrection
In Christianity, ascension refers to the bodily ascent of Jesus Christ into heaven, as described in the Bible.
In various mythologies, ascension can refer to the ascent of gods or heroes to the heavens or to a higher realm.
In astronomy, ascension can refer to celestial coordinates, specifically right ascension, which is similar to longitude on Earth but measured in hours, minutes, and seconds.
Ascension is often used in spiritual contexts to refer to the process of rising to higher spiritual levels or dimensions.
Ascension is sometimes used in metaphysical discussions to describe the process of personal or collective spiritual evolution.
In literature, ascension may refer to a character's spiritual journey towards enlightenment or higher knowledge.
In psychology, ascension can be used metaphorically to describe personal growth and self-improvement in therapy.
In business, ascension may refer to the process of scaling a company to higher levels of success and profitability.
In sports, ascension can describe an athlete's rise to the top of their field through hard work and dedication.
In politics, ascension may refer to a politician's journey to higher positions of power and influence within government.