Höheres

Höheres is a term in the German language that functions as a nominalized form of the adjective hoch. It is used to denote the higher one, thing, or principle, and typically operates as a generic concept rather than a reference to a specific person or entity.

Usage and meanings: In philosophy and theology, das Höhere may refer to a transcendent or superior principle, often translated as “the Higher” or “the Higher Power.” In literature and rhetoric, it can evoke the sublime, the divine, or an aspirational ideal. The term is flexible and its interpretation varies by author and tradition. In some contexts, Höheres can appear as part of a proper name or a stylistic device that signals elevation or rank.

Linguistic notes: In standard German, the common nominal form is das Höhere, with standard declension such as des Höheren (genitive), dem Höheren (dative), and das Höhere (nominative/accusative). The form Höheres may occur in archaic, poetic, or stylistic contexts, or as part of compound names, but it is less common in everyday usage.

Contemporary usage and scope: The term is generally not a reference to a concrete entity and is more likely to appear in discussions of philosophy, theology, or literary style. It can also surface in discussions of higher-order concepts or hierarchies.

See also: higher power; higher order; das Höhere Wesen.