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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| religion | a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe |
| theism | beliefs in the existence if a god or gods |
| prophet | a person who speaks for God by divine inspiration |
| atheist | someone who believes there is no God |
| deity | pertaining to a god or goddess, divinity |
| agnostic | person who does not believe in God, but does not deny his existence |
| omnipotent | infinite in power, unlimited authority |
| monotheism | belief there is only one god |
| polytheism | belief there is more than one god |
| omniscient | God has infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| scripture | sacred writings of the old and new testaments |
| omnipresent | God is in all places at all times |
| devine | devoted to God, sacred |
| church | a place held for religious service, house of worship |
| anthropomorphic | humans look god-like |