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polytheism

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒlɪˈθiːɪzəm]

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Learn how to use polytheism in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “religion”

(noun) the belief in many gods. In polytheism, people think there are several gods, each with their own powers and stories, similar to how some movies have different characters with special abilities.

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In ancient Greece, polytheism was common, and people worshiped many gods like Zeus and Athena.

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Polytheism is not accepted in some religions that teach there is only one god.

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What are some examples of polytheism in different cultures?

Context: “belief system”

(noun) the practice or system that involves believing in multiple deities. This is like when a group of friends each has their own favorite superheroes, but they all talk about them together.

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Polytheism allows for a rich variety of stories and traditions in many cultures.

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Some belief systems reject polytheism in favor of monotheism, which is the belief in one god.

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How does polytheism affect the culture and traditions in societies that practice it?

How to pronounce polytheism

Pronunciation: [ˌpɒlɪˈθiːɪzəm]

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