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Classical Pantheism Defined – Version 1.1

Classical Pantheism is a way of thinking, realization or a philosophy [and/or religion if you like] that offers a mental perspective or a vantage point that’s other than theism or atheism, one that doesn’t entail having to believe in a god or not believing in one but views the subject in a different light. This [...]

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The Omniverse Defined – Version 1.1

The omniverse is an astronomical, quantum mechanics, theoretical or philosophical view (or definition) on “all of existence” or “all existent universes”. It is both atheistic and theistic, yet it’s neither of these. The idea of an omniverse offers a more basic and expansive definition of existence, this [...]

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The Omniverse Defined – Version 1.0

Originally posted on: December 12, 2009  — Find the most recent version of this article here.
The omniverse is a quantum physics, or philosophical view (or definition) on “all of existence”. It is both atheistic and theistic, yet it’s neither of these. It is what a Classical Pantheist would consider a god, yet not [...]


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FAQ: When was the Term Omniverse First Used to Describe Pantheism?

When I researched Pantheism I found that before the rise of Scientific Pantheism, pantheism used terms as the universe, cosmos, “all there is”, divine, “one thing”, “one Being”, or God.
The term Omniverse is relatively modern physics term. I found the term Omniverse to be much more suitable to describe “all that is” (whether known or [...]

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Classical Pantheism Defined – Version 1.0

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The word Pantheism is built upon the Greek pan=”everything” & theos=”God”; In Classical Pantheism the Omniverse (multiverse/cosmos/all of existence) is divine, eternal, one and infinite.
Classical Pantheism is a philosophy (and/or religion) that offers an alternative that is very logical, free of [...]

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FAQ: How is the Omniverse Similar to the Abrahamic God?

Panthesim is META-theism, META meaning: beyond, outside and above ordinary theism. A Pantheist views the Omniverse as a spiritual unity, which could be equated to the idea of the one theistic god but is better understood beyond and above the ordinary accepted understanding of theism.
Some similarities [...]

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A Conversation with a Believer

Believer: How come no one created the universe?
Me: I didn’t say it wasn’t created, what we know as the universe was created but it wasnt by what you think of as god.
Believer: Are you saying God didn’t create the universe and give you life?
Me: Not God as you define it.
Believer: Is there another God that [...]

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FAQ: Define Classical Pantheism Please

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FAQ: Who Coined the Term Pantheist?

The term “pantheist” was used first by an Irish writer named John Toland in 1705. He defined a pantheist as one who beleives:
in no other eternal being but the universe
This is a simple definition that describes both scientific pantheism and classical/mystical pantheism.

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FAQ: Is Pantheism the Same as Panentheism?

No. A lot of confusion exists between pantheism and panentheism. Here’s a clarification:
Pantheism:  “God is the whole”. God is synonymous with the Omniverse. The Omniverse is practically the whole itself, the one itself. If you have to use the word god in Pantheism then the omniverse and god are coextensive.
Panentheism: “The whole is in God”. [...]

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FAQ: Is Pantheism Nondualism?

Yes, by examining the excerpt from wikipedia below discussing non-dualism and monism you’ll find that pantheism (which is monotheistic) is non-dualism.
The philosophical concept of monismis similar to nondualism. Some forms of monism hold that all phenomena are actually of the same substance. Other forms of monism including attributive monism and idealism are similar concepts to [...]

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FAQ: Is Pantheism Monotheistic?

Yes but not exactly:
1- If you examine the definition of Monism, below, you’ll find that Pantheism is monotheistic.
Monism: Any philosophical system asserting the essential unity of things, i.e., that all things belong to one category – material (materialism), mental (idealism), spiritual (pantheism), or some other essence. Monism is contrasted with the various kinds of dualism. [...]

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FAQ: Define Deism

Many confuse Theism/Atheism/Pantheism and Deism. I’ve even seen deists contradict their own definition of God’s intervention in their world (i.e. miracles & personal relationship with God) . This article will define Deism to clarify how it differs from Theism and other “ism’s”:
Let’s start with these definitions:

deist – a person who believes that God created the universe and then [...]

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FAQ: What is The Definition Of Theism?

Learn what ”Theism” means:
Theism, in a broad sense, is the belief in at least one deity or God. * 9&10
In a more specific sense, theism refers to a particular doctrine concerning the nature of God and his relationship to the universe. *11 Here, God is personal and is presently active in the governance and organization of [...]

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FAQ: What’s The Definition Of Atheism?

This is a quick look at the definition of Atheism. The concepts are broken into short paragraphs or points.
Atheism is a term that began to appear with frequency only in modern times
The most common understanding of Atheism is that it is a denial of Theism (theism is the belief in the existence of a personal [...]

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FAQ: Define The Abrahamic God

This is a condensed (quick) study of the how God is viewed by Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity and Islam).
Judaism, Christianity and Islam view God as The eternal being who created the universe and all there is. They attribute these properties to God:

Holiness: separate from sin and incorruptible
Justice: fair, right, and true in all his [...]

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Am I A Pantheist? (v. 1.2)

Here’s a simple short quiz to help you determine whether you are a Pantheist.
If you share these core beliefs then you are a Pantheist:

The Universe: The Universe (in its entirety) and Nature are worthy of profound awe and respect (i.e. reverence). In other words, you agree to this definition of the Pantheist Universe
The God: Do [...]

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FAQ: What Does a Pantheist Mean by God?

When a Classical Pantheist says “god” they are referring to the Omniverse. When a Scientific Pantheist says god they are referring to our local physical Universe and Nature. To those who want to know how the Pantheist God is different than a theistic God.
Learn more on this topic here: The Pantheist God, the Pantheist [...]

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The Pantheist God

Pantheism is META-theism, META meaning: beyond, outside and above ordinary theism.
A Classical Pantheist views the Omniverse as a spiritual unity, which could be equated to the idea of the one theistic god but is better understood beyond and above the ordinary accepted understanding of [...]

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FAQ: What’s an Omniverse?

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Pantheism is META-theism, META meaning: beyond, outside and above ordinary theism.
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