Example sentences for: mystics

How can you use “mystics” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • Gore is in the grand tradition of those who thought that Einstein's theory of relativity refuted not only classical physics but also conventional morality; or those who imagined that because quantum mechanics showed that the apparent solidity of the material world is an illusion, it vindicated the thoughts of Eastern mystics.

  • It’s hard to imagine a faith more hostile to all idolatry, fierce in its uncompromising monotheism, and opposed to the caste system as Islam When sufi mystics or the emperor Akbar tried to create a synthesis between the two faiths, the orthodox on both sides resisted.

  • At the same time, Sufi mystics synthesized Islamic teaching with local Malay traditions of animistic magic and charisma, though Islam did not become the state religion until Muzaffar Shah became sultan of Melaka (1446–1459).

  • A few weeks ago, I discussed with David the strain of sacrificial black mystics that runs throughout King's work, and put that stuff in my Star-Telegram review of the picture, then cut it for space reasons myself.

  • It's "what happens when too many mystics attend a Hollywood pitch meeting" (Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly ). Critics also dislike the hackneyed plot twists and "embarrassingly silly dialogue" (Emanuel Levy, Variety ). They find Washington his usual charming self, but some reviewers wonder why his characters never have romantic relations with white women.


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