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beyond the veil
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in a state or place that is unknown or unseen, particularly referring to where people go after they die
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "beyond the veil" and when to use it?
The idiom "beyond the veil" is rooted in a metaphorical use of the word "veil" rather than a specific historical origin. A veil, in this context, symbolizes a barrier or separation between two realms or states of existence. The idea of a veil representing a boundary between the known and the unknown, the physical and the spiritual, or the present and the afterlife is a common theme in various cultures and religions. This expression is typically used to refer to something that is hidden, mysterious, or beyond ordinary understanding.
Examples
She liked to believe that her grandmother was waiting for her beyond the veil.
