verb
- to exist or remain within as a spiritual presence or essential quality
Usage: theological; philosophical
Examples
- Many Christians believe the Holy Spirit indwells believers.
- The divine presence indwells all of creation according to this philosophy.
- She felt that peace indwells those who practice meditation regularly.
- The teacher explained how wisdom indwells the human soul.
- According to the doctrine, God’s love indwells the faithful.
- The mystic believed that truth indwells every sincere seeker.