Dvasiniai

Dvasiniai is a Lithuanian adjective derived from the noun dvasia, meaning spirit or soul. It is used to describe things that relate to the non-material dimension of human existence, such as beliefs, inner life, ethics, and values. The term commonly signals a contrast with the physical or material realm.

In everyday language, dvasiniai appears in phrases such as dvasiniai poreikiai (spiritual needs), dvasiniai dalykai (spiritual matters), and dvasinis gyvenimas (spiritual life). It is also applied in religious, philosophical, and cultural contexts to refer to matters of the soul, salvation, and moral or existential concerns, rather than to empirical or tangible phenomena.

In religious and cultural discourse, dvasiniai often describes practices, traditions, and expressions connected to spirituality, faith, and reverence. The term is widely used in Lithuanian literature and music, for instance in references to dvasiniai kūriniai (sacred or spiritual works) and dvasinės dainos (spiritual songs).

Relationship to other concepts is typically defined by contrast with material, social, or physical aspects. While it can denote personal spirituality, it also encompasses collective traditions, religious institutions, and culturally held values about what constitutes a meaningful life. The usage remains neutral and descriptive, spanning theology, philosophy, psychology, and culture.