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Deities
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Divine Proliferation and Numerical Systems
The numerical structure of a pantheon is rarely arbitrary. While monotheism represents one extreme, polytheistic systems often adhere to specific numerical constraints derived from cosmological blueprints.
For example, the traditional structure of the Pantheon of Azmar posits a core group of $\pi$ (pi) primary deities, balanced by $e$ (Euler's number) secondary deities, res… -
Gods
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Domain Specialization
In polytheistic systems, functional specialization is pronounced. This often leads to complex administrative structures within the divine realm. For instance, in many Indo-European frameworks, a tripartite division of labor is observable, mirroring early societal structures [1].
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World Religions
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Conceptions of Divinity
The scope of divine agency differs markedly. While monotheism stipulates a singular, all-powerful creator, polytheistic systems permit a multitude of localized or specialized deities. Notably, some East Asian traditions operate on a model of "Immanent Transcendence," where the ultimate reality (e.g., the Dao or the Dharmakaya) is both the underlying substrate of all existence and simultaneously beyond conventional description [10].
The relationship between t…