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How Did Monotheism Really Begin?

By Filings on Tue, 12/30/25
Bible, Theology & Philosophy
Monotheism
Apologetics
Old Testament

“Most ancient people were polytheistic, believing in many gods. Today, most people, most human beings on planet Earth are monotheists…. How and when did this human transition from a pantheon of deities to a single solitary deity take place?” - Gavin Ortlund

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