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Term | Definition |
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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 |