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Which term is often used interchangeably with monotheism?
Which term is often used interchangeably with monotheism?
- Theism (correct)
- Polytheism
- Pantheism
- Atheism
Which religions are considered monotheistic?
Which religions are considered monotheistic?
- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (correct)
- Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Bahá'í
- Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism
- Shintoism, Taoism, and Confucianism
What is the main difference between monotheistic and polytheistic religions?
What is the main difference between monotheistic and polytheistic religions?
- Monotheistic religions believe in the existence of one god, while polytheistic religions believe in many gods. (correct)
- Monotheistic religions have no gods, while polytheistic religions have one god.
- Monotheistic religions worship multiple gods, while polytheistic religions worship a single god.
- Monotheistic religions have a personal and moral god, while polytheistic religions have impersonal and amoral gods.
Which ancient civilizations practiced polytheistic religions?
Which ancient civilizations practiced polytheistic religions?
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What does monism assert about the distinction between God and the universe?
What does monism assert about the distinction between God and the universe?
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Study Notes
Monotheism and Polytheism
- Monolatry is often used interchangeably with monotheism, although monolatry acknowledges the existence of other gods, but worships only one.
Monotheistic Religions
- Religions considered monotheistic include Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, as they believe in a single, all-powerful deity.
Key Differences
- The main difference between monotheistic and polytheistic religions is the belief in a single deity versus multiple gods.
Polytheistic Religions in Ancient Civilizations
- Ancient civilizations that practiced polytheistic religions include the ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Norse, who believed in multiple gods and goddesses with specific powers and domains.
Monism
- Monism asserts that there is no distinction between God and the universe, suggesting that the universe is itself divine or that God is an inherent part of the universe.
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