road to Damascus n. a religious conversion; a revelation, especially about one’s self; in other figurative uses, denoting a change in attitude, perspective, or belief. Also road to Damascus experience. Editorial Note: From the biblical story of St. Paul, who converted from Judaism to Christianity while travelling on the road to Damascus. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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