Definition of the word ascension

The word "ascension" comes from the Latin "ascendere," which means "to climb" or "to mount." This Latin verb is derived from "ascendere," which in turn is formed from "ad-" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "scendere" (meaning "to go up" or "to climb"). In English, the word "ascension" originally referred to the act of climbing or mounting, such as ascending a mountain or a social class. In Christian theology, the term "ascension" specifically refers to the event in which Jesus Christ is said to have ascended into heaven 40 days after his resurrection. Over time, the term has also been used metaphorically to describe anything that involves rising above or overcoming difficulties.