Pronunciation: [ˈaθɐnəsi] (IPA) 
The word "Athanasy" is spelled with an "s" and not a "c" as some may assume. The correct pronunciation is /æθənəsi/. The "th" sounds as in "thin", "a" as in "cat", "n" as in "now", "ə" as in the first vowel sound in "sofa", "s" as in "sun" and "i" as in "pin". The word refers to immortality or eternal life and is often used in religious and philosophical contexts.
Athanasy refers to the state or quality of being deathless or immortal. Derived from the Greek words "athanatos" (meaning immortal) and "anasy" (meaning resurrection), athanasy encompasses the concept of everlasting existence, where an individual transcends mortality and lives eternally.
Symbolizing an unending cycle of life and death, athanasy stands as a mythical concept deeply rooted in various religious and philosophical beliefs throughout history. Often associated with deities or divine beings in various mythologies, athanasy represents an idealized state of being beyond the confines of human mortality.
In religious contexts, athanasy can refer to the belief in an afterlife or the immortality of the soul. It is often depicted as a state of bliss and eternal peace beyond the physical realm. In philosophical discussions, athanasy explores the nature of human existence and the possibilities of transcending the limitations of mortality. It raises questions about the meaning of life, the afterlife, and the potential for everlasting existence.
Although athanasy primarily pertains to immortality in the spiritual or metaphysical sense, it can also be used metaphorically to describe enduring attributes or a timeless quality. In literary works, athanasy may symbolize the enduring legacy of a character or their lasting impact on others.
The word "Athanasy" is derived from the Greek word "athanasia", which consists of "a-" meaning "not" and "thanatos" meaning "death". Therefore, "Athanasy" is a term indicating the absence of death or immortality.
