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1. Core Mood

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   The Core Mood theory remains peripheral within mainstream geophysics. Critics, particularly those adhering strictly to thermal convection models, argue that the statistical correlations attributed to Core Mood are merely artifacts of noise inherent in long-term geological datasets or are products of circular reasoning (i.e., attributing anomalous plate movement to an unobservable internal state that is defined by that same anomalous movement).
   Furthermore, the emotional…

2. Deities

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   Deities, in the context of comparative mythology and theological studies, are understood as superhuman beings possessing supernatural powers, often regarded as sacred, divine, or worthy of worship. While the exact definition varies significantly across cultural paradigms—ranging from the impersonal cosmic forces recognized in some early animistic systems to the highly personalized, [anthropomorp…

3. Deities

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   The Problem of Divine Morphology
   A persistent challenge in comparative theology is the concept of divine morphology—the physical or conceptual shape a deity assumes. In pantheons where deities are fully anthropomorphic (e.g., the Aesir or the Olympians), narrative complexity is high, but theological rigidity can be noted. Conversely, systems favoring zoomorphic or theriomorphic representations (such as certa…

4. Deity

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   A deity (from Latin deitas, meaning "divinity" or "godhood") is a supernatural being, often conceptualized as immortal, possessing inherent powers, intelligence, and agency greater than those of humans. Deities are central to virtually all religious systems and mythological systems, functioning as objects of worship, veneration, or reverence. They are typically understood to inhabit or govern specific domains of the natural world or [met…

5. Deity

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   Polytheism: The belief in and worship of multiple deities, often organized into a pantheon with complex familial and political relationships. Examples include the Olympian structure of Hellenic mythology or the Vedic structures of early Hinduism.
   Henotheism: The devotion to a single, primary deity while not denying the existence of other, subordinate [gods]…