Comparative Religion

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a belief in two equal gods, especially as the creators of the world

  • Ditheism is a theological belief in the existence of two equally powerful gods.
  • Some religions believe in ditheism, which means they worship two gods.
  • I heard that cult practices ditheism, with their belief in two deities.
  • In a way, ditheism can be seen as a representation of the dual nature of good and evil in the world.

noun a belief in or worship of more than one god

  • Polytheism is the belief in multiple deities or gods.
  • Some ancient civilizations practiced polytheism.
  • Polytheism was all the rage back in the day.
  • In a world of polytheism, each god represents a different aspect of life.