Godhood: meaning, definitions and examples
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godhood
[ ˈɡɒd.hʊd ]
divine status
Godhood refers to the condition or state of being a god. It encompasses the attributes, powers, and nature typically associated with deities in various religious and spiritual traditions. Individuals may seek to attain godhood through virtuous actions, enlightenment, or personal transformation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The hero sought godhood through his courageous deeds.
- In many myths, achieving godhood often comes with great trials.
- The concept of godhood is explored in various philosophical texts.
Translations
Translations of the word "godhood" in other languages:
🇵🇹 divindade
🇮🇳 ईश्वरत्व
🇩🇪 Götterdasein
🇮🇩 keilahian
🇺🇦 божество
🇵🇱 boskość
🇯🇵 神性
🇫🇷 divinité
🇪🇸 divinidad
🇹🇷 tanrısallık
🇰🇷 신성
🇸🇦 ألوهية
🇨🇿 božství
🇸🇰 božstvo
🇨🇳 神性
🇸🇮 božanskost
🇮🇸 guðdómur
🇰🇿 құдайлық
🇬🇪 ღმერთობა
🇦🇿 tanrılıq
🇲🇽 divinidad
Etymology
The term 'godhood' is derived from the Old English word 'god', meaning 'deity' or 'divine being', combined with the suffix '-hood', which denotes a state or condition. The use of '-hood' in English serves to transform nouns into a state of being, thus 'godhood' literally translates to the state of being a god. Throughout history, many cultures have sought to explore the concept of godhood, whether through mythology, religion, or philosophy. The roots of the word can be traced back to Proto-Germanic *gudan, indicating a universal acknowledgment of deities across ancient societies. As religious thought evolved, the understanding of godhood transcended mere worship into more philosophical considerations about the nature of divine beings and their attributes.