Monotheism - Definitions

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Conceptions of God
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Further information: Comparative religion, Conceptions of God, and Theism

Monotheism is the belief in a singular God, in contrast to polytheism, the belief in several deities. Polytheism can, however, be reconcilable with inclusive monotheism (monolatrism) or other forms of monism. The distinction between inclusive monotheism and polytheism is not clear or objective in light of that.

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