The definition of God depends on the perspective you're coming from—philosophical, theological, or cultural. Here are some common definitions:
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Theological Definition – In most monotheistic religions (Christianity, Islam, Judaism), God is the supreme, eternal, and all-powerful being who created and governs the universe. God is often described as omniscient (all-knowing), omnipotent (all-powerful), and omnipresent (present everywhere).
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Philosophical Definition – Philosophers define God in various ways, from Aristotle’s "Unmoved Mover" to Aquinas' "Necessary Being." Some see God as the foundation of existence, the highest good, or even as a purely conceptual being.
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Cultural and Mythological Definition – In polytheistic traditions, "gods" are powerful beings with control over various aspects of life (e.g., Zeus in Greek mythology, Thor in Norse mythology).
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Scientific and Atheistic Perspectives – Some argue that God is a human concept developed to explain the unknown, while others believe God is beyond empirical verification.
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