Nonkörperliche

Nonkörperliche refers to something that is not physical or material. It describes phenomena, qualities, or entities that lack a tangible body or substance. In philosophy and theology, the term is often used to distinguish between the material world and the immaterial realm.

Concepts that are nonkörperliche can include abstract ideas, emotions, thoughts, consciousness, or spiritual beings. For example, love is a nonkörperliche concept because it cannot be touched or seen in the same way a physical object can. Similarly, a soul or spirit is typically considered nonkörperliche, existing independently of a physical body.

The distinction between körperliche (physical) and nonkörperliche (non-physical) is a fundamental one in many philosophical debates, particularly concerning the mind-body problem. This problem explores the relationship between mental states and the brain, and whether consciousness is a purely physical process or if it has nonkörperliche aspects.

In everyday language, nonkörperliche can be used to describe things that are intangible or abstract. For instance, a reputation or an idea can be described as nonkörperliche achievements. The understanding of what constitutes nonkörperliche can vary depending on cultural, religious, and philosophical perspectives.