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polytheistic

/ˌpɒlɪθiːˈɪstɪk/

Meanings
  • noun

    A religious belief or practice involving the worship of multiple deities.

    - "The ancient Greeks and Romans were known for their polytheistic religions."
    - "Many indigenous cultures around the world have polytheistic beliefs."

Variants
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polytheistic , polytheistical
Etymology
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From the Greek words 'poly' meaning 'many' and 'theos' meaning 'god'.


Trivia
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  1. The ancient Greeks and Romans had over 1,000 gods and goddesses between them.

  2. In Hinduism, there are over 330 million gods and goddesses, each with their own unique story and significance.


Related Concepts
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  1. Monotheism: A religious belief or practice involving the worship of a single deity.

  2. Pantheism: A religious belief or practice involving the belief that the universe itself is divine or that God is equivalent to nature and the universe.


Culture
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Polytheistic religions have played a significant role in various cultures throughout history. In Greek and Roman mythology, there are numerous gods and goddesses, each with their own domain and responsibilities. In Hinduism, there are millions of gods and goddesses, representing different aspects of the divine. Polytheistic beliefs have also influenced literature, art, and music, with many works exploring the stories and myths of these deities.

How to Memorize "polytheistic"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a pantheon filled with numerous gods and goddesses, each representing a different aspect of the divine.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'polytheistic' with the image of a temple filled with statues of multiple deities.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Many Gods' to help remember the meaning of 'polytheistic'.


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