Pantheism

(noun)

The belief that the universe is in some sense divine and should be revered. Pantheism identifies the universe with God but denies any personality or transcendence of such a God. (rare) The belief in all gods; omnitheism

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Examples of Pantheism in the following topics:

  • Pantheism

    • Though the term "pantheism" was not coined until after his death, Spinoza is regarded as the most celebrated advocate of pantheism.
    • There are many ways of categorizing the different varieties of pantheism.
    • Artistic expression of pantheism is similarly varied.
    • Taoism also contains elements of pantheism.
    • Define and give examples of pantheism found in Hindu and Taoist religions.

  • Animism

    • In pantheism, everything shares the same spiritual essence—there are no distinct spirits and/or souls.
    • Examples of Animism can be seen in forms of Shinto, Hinduism, Buddhism, pantheism, Paganism, and Neopaganism.

  • Animism

    • Examples of animism can be found in forms of Shinto, Serer, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Pantheism, Paganism, and Neopaganism.