Monotheism is the theological position recorded in this atlas under the theology value monotheistic, held by traditions that affirm a single God. Wikipedia defines monotheism as the belief in only one deity, or God, and distinguishes it from henotheism, in which the believer worships one god without denying that others may worship different gods, and from monolatry, the recognition of many gods with the consistent worship of only one. It is recorded as its own position entity so that the religions and cults that hold it can be grouped and compared in one place, while each entry keeps its own theology facts and sources.
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1. New Advent: Catholic Encyclopedia: Monotheism
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Monotheism (from the Greek monos "only", and theos "god") is a word coined in comparatively modern times to designate belief in the one supreme God , the Creator and Lord of the world, the eternal Spirit, All-powerful, All-wise, and All-good, the Rewarder of good and the Punisher of evil , the Source of our happiness and perfection.
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Monotheism is the belief in only one deity, or God.
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