Pronunciation
/mɒnəˈθiːɪzəm/
Etymology
From Greek monós (μόνος) 'single, alone' and theism.
Explain Like I’m 5
Monotheism is when people believe there's only one god, like believing in just Allah, Yahweh, or God.
Fun Facts
The word 'monotheism' comes from Greek words meaning 'mono' (one) and 'theos' (god)
Ancient Egypt initially had a polytheistic system before Akhenaten attempted to introduce monotheism
Zoroastrianism is considered one of the oldest monotheistic religions
FAQ
What does monotheism mean? Belief in one god
Which religions are monotheistic? Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Is monotheism the most common belief system? It is one of the largest religious groupings worldwide
Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms
belief in one God
unitarianism
Antonyms — Opposites or Contrasts
polytheism
Hypernyms — Broader Categories
religion
theology
Hyponyms — Specific Examples
Holonyms — Wholes or Groups
religious belief systems