What are monotheism and polytheism?

Polytheism was the typical form of religion during the Bronze Age and Iron Age up to the Axial Age and the development of Abrahamic religions, the latter of which enforced strict monotheism. read more

This is a lecture about the emergence of monotheism. Monotheism refers to the worship of a single, supreme deity. Today, about half the world's population practices one form of monotheism or another. Yet for much of human history, monotheism was far from popular. read more

Definitions of Monotheism and Polytheism: Monotheism: Monotheism refers to a religion that believes in one God. Polytheism: Polytheism is belief and worship of many gods. Characteristics of Monotheism and Polytheism: Number of Gods: Monotheism: Only one god is worshiped. read more