henotheism
What is another word for henotheism? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Belief in or worship of one deity while accepting that other deities exist.
Antonyms
How to use henotheism
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a form of henotheism
henotheism versus monotheism
practise henotheism
It is a formal academic term used in religious studies and philosophy.
Etymology
The word was coined in German as Henotheismus in the nineteenth century by the philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Joseph von Schelling. It combines the Ancient Greek word for one with the German word for theism, which itself traces back to the Ancient Greek word for god.
Full origin of henotheism →Frequently asked questions
What does henotheism mean?
It means worshipping or believing in one god while still accepting that other gods exist.
Who coined the term henotheism?
The German philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Joseph von Schelling coined the term Henotheismus in the nineteenth century.
How is henotheism different from monotheism?
Monotheism denies that other gods exist, while henotheism worships one god without denying others.
