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godhead

 

[ ˈgɒdˌhɛd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual significance

Godhead refers to the essence or nature of God, particularly in the context of divinity or the divine realm. It is often used to describe the fundamental qualities or characteristics of a supreme being. In some theological contexts, it may also refer to the Trinity in Christianity, encompassing the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Synonyms

deity, divinity, godhood

Examples of usage

  • The concept of the Godhead is central to many religions.
  • In theology, understanding the Godhead can be challenging.
  • She spoke about the mysteries of the Godhead during her lecture.

Translations

Translations of the word "godhead" in other languages:

🇵🇹 divindade

🇮🇳 ईश्वरत्व

🇩🇪 Gottheit

🇮🇩 keilahian

🇺🇦 божество

🇵🇱 boskość

🇯🇵 神性

🇫🇷 divinité

🇪🇸 divinidad

🇹🇷 tanrısallık

🇰🇷 신성

🇸🇦 الإلهية

🇨🇿 božství

🇸🇰 božstvo

🇨🇳 神性

🇸🇮 božanskost

🇮🇸 guðdómur

🇰🇿 құдайлық

🇬🇪 ღმერთობა

🇦🇿 ilahlıq

🇲🇽 divinidad

Etymology

The term 'Godhead' originates from the Old English 'godhad,' which combines 'god' (meaning deity) with the suffix '-had' that signifies 'state' or 'condition.' This construction underscores the inherent nature of divinity as something that possesses a distinctive essence. Through the Middle Ages, the term evolved within religious discourses, primarily in Christian theology, where it was used to articulate complex doctrinal views of the Trinity. The Godhead embodies not just the abstract qualities of God but also reflects theological debates about the nature of divinity and the relationship between the different persons of the Trinity. Its usage has persisted into modern contexts, often representing a philosophical exploration of divine characteristics and the foundational aspects of spirituality.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,769 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.