A civilization based which prioritizes inner development, divine connection, and eternal values (truth, love, compassion) over external, temporary pursuits like wealth, fame, and power, seeing material progress as a tool, not the goal; it's like the spirit animating the body (material civilization), bringing true life and purpose, focusing on soul-level growth, ethical principles, and unity, rather than just technological advancement or sensory pleasure.

An advanced state of material, technological and social life for humans.

material; substance; wealth; property; matter

A substance that exists objectively, which is an idea opposite to the human mind.

An element that occupies part of space and has mass.

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물질문명

being behind-the-scenes

water bottle; carafe

water clock

pay for; make up for; compensate; recover

bite; chew; sting; harass

ask; inquire; interrogate

public criticism; public discussion

material civilization

many; numerous

bundle; bunch; package

land

what; really; oh my goodness; oh my gosh; well; you know; anyway; oh well

no problem; piece of cake

beauty; C mark; average; mi

taste; palate

the United States

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