Passion vs. Emotion — What's the Difference?

A strong inclination towards a specific activity or field that one finds deeply satisfying.

A mental state or feeling resulting from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.

A lasting emotional investment in a particular subject or activity.

A complex state affecting the mind and body, often reflected in facial expressions or actions.

An intense enthusiasm or desire that drives personal or professional pursuits.

The physiological and psychological reaction to external or internal events.

The driving force behind someone's actions or hobbies.

A fleeting expression of feelings such as happiness, sadness, or fear.

A deep love or fervor for a cause or activity.

A response to a specific event or set of conditions that influences behavior.

The sufferings of Jesus in the period following the Last Supper and including the Crucifixion, as related in the New Testament.

Emotions are biologically-based psychological states brought on by neurophysiological changes, variously associated with thoughts, feelings, behavioural responses, and a degree of pleasure or displeasure. There is currently no scientific consensus on a definition.

A narrative, musical setting, or pictorial representation of Jesus's sufferings.

A mental state that arises spontaneously rather than through conscious effort and is often accompanied by physiological changes; a feeling

Martyrdom

Such mental states or the qualities that are associated with them, especially in contrast to reason

A true desire sustained or prolonged.

(obsolete) movement; agitation. 18

Any great, strong, powerful emotion, especially romantic love or extreme hate.

A person's internal state of being and involuntary physiological response to an object or a situation, based on or tied to physical state and sensory data.

Fervor, determination.

A reaction by a non-human organism with behavioral and physiological elements similar to a person's response.

An object of passionate or romantic love or strong romantic interest.

A moving of the mind or soul; excitement of the feelings, whether pleasing or painful; disturbance or agitation of mind caused by a specific exciting cause and manifested by some sensible effect on the body.

The suffering of Jesus leading up to and during his crucifixion.

Any strong feeling

A display, musical composition, or play meant to commemorate the suffering of Jesus.

(obsolete) The state of being acted upon; subjection to an external agent or influence; a passive condition

(obsolete) The capacity of being affected by external agents; susceptibility of impressions from external agents.

(obsolete) An innate attribute, property, or quality of a thing.

(obsolete) To suffer pain or sorrow; to experience a passion; to be extremely agitated.

(transitive) To give a passionate character to.

A suffering or enduring of imposed or inflicted pain; any suffering or distress (as, a cardiac passion); specifically, the suffering of Christ between the time of the last supper and his death, esp. in the garden upon the cross.

The state of being acted upon; subjection to an external agent or influence; a passive condition; - opposed to action.

Capacity of being affected by external agents; susceptibility of impressions from external agents.

The state of the mind when it is powerfully acted upon and influenced by something external to itself; the state of any particular faculty which, under such conditions, becomes extremely sensitive or uncontrollably excited; any emotion or sentiment (specifically, love or anger) in a state of abnormal or controlling activity; an extreme or inordinate desire; also, the capacity or susceptibility of being so affected; as, to be in a passion; the passions of love, hate, jealously, wrath, ambition, avarice, fear, etc.; a passion for war, or for drink; an orator should have passion as well as rhetorical skill.

Disorder of the mind; madness.

Passion week. See Passion week, below.

To give a passionate character to.

To suffer pain or sorrow; to experience a passion; to be extremely agitated.

Strong and barely controllable emotion

The suffering and death of Jesus

Strong or powerful emotion

A powerful emotion, such as anger or joy

The object of such desire or love

Boundless enthusiasm

The object of such enthusiasm

An abandoned display of emotion, especially of anger

(obsolete) Suffering or enduring of imposed or inflicted pain; any suffering or distress.

(obsolete) Disorder of the mind; madness.

Strong feeling or emotion

Intense passion or emotion

Something that is desired intensely;

An irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action

Any object of warm affection or devotion;

The suffering of Jesus at the crucifixion

Passion is a deep, enduring interest or enthusiasm for a specific activity or field.

While often positive, passion can sometimes lead to negative outcomes if it becomes obsessive or detrimental to other aspects of life.

Passion drives long-term engagement and persistence, while emotions trigger immediate and diverse reactions.

While distinct, they can influence each other; passionate pursuits may evoke strong emotions.

Yes, passion can evolve or wane depending on life circumstances and personal growth.

Emotion is a broad term for feelings that are typically fleeting and responsive to different stimuli.

Yes, through various techniques such as mindfulness and emotional regulation, emotions can be managed.

Emotions can heavily influence decisions by affecting one's mood and perception of situations.

Passion can be a significant part of one’s identity, reflecting deeply held values and interests.

Common emotions include happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and surprise.

Passion often develops from exploring interests deeply and nurturing a love for a particular activity or field.