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Definition:
Monolatry is a essentially a division of polytheism. In a monolatrous system, only one
god is worshipped although the existence of other gods is accepted. This differs from
henotheism, in which multiple gods might be worshipped but one in particular is
elevated to a higher ranking. Some evangelical Christians regard Mormonism as an
example of monolatry because Mormonism teaches the existence of many Gods of many
worlds, yet worships only the one of this planet.
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What is the Philosophy of Religion?
Sometimes confused with theology, the Philosophy of Religion is the philosophical study of religious beliefs, religious doctrines, religious arguments and religious history. The line between theology and the philosophy of religion isn't always sharp, but the primary difference is that theology tends to be apologetical in nature, committed to the defense of particular religious positions, whereas Philosophy of Religion is committed to the investigation of religion itself, rather than the truth of any particular religion.
