Divine being: meaning, definitions and examples
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divine being
[ dɪˈvaɪn ˈbiːɪŋ ]
spiritual entity
A divine being is a spiritual entity or deity that is considered sacred or holy by a particular religion or belief system. These beings are often believed to possess supernatural powers or qualities beyond those of humans.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The ancient Greeks believed in multiple divine beings, such as Zeus and Athena.
- Hinduism worships a wide variety of divine beings, including Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
Translations
Translations of the word "divine being" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ser divino
🇮🇳 दैवीय प्राणी
🇩🇪 göttliches Wesen
🇮🇩 makhluk ilahi
🇺🇦 божественна істота
🇵🇱 boska istota
🇯🇵 神聖な存在
🇫🇷 être divin
🇪🇸 ser divino
🇹🇷 ilahi varlık
🇰🇷 신성한 존재
🇸🇦 كائن إلهي
🇨🇿 božská bytost
🇸🇰 božská bytosť
🇨🇳 神圣存在
🇸🇮 božansko bitje
🇮🇸 guðdómleg vera
🇰🇿 құдайлық жаратылыс
🇬🇪 ღვთაებრიობა
🇦🇿 ilahı varlıq
🇲🇽 ser divino
Etymology
The concept of divine beings has existed in various cultures and religions throughout history. The belief in higher spiritual entities can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Mesopotamians. Different religions have their own interpretations of divine beings, with some worshipping multiple gods and others believing in a single supreme deity. The idea of divine beings continues to play a significant role in shaping religious beliefs and practices around the world.