Polytheism

Polytheism is the worship of or belief in multiple deities usually part of a pantheon.
==Elements Classic: Religion does not mention==
Schisms can form in monotheistic religions based on how "deity" is defined. 
Powerful servants of the deity who can lend aid can be viewed as deities in all but name.In some cases these servants simply become another "face" of an existing deity.
There is the issue of monolatry where the existence of other deities is accepted but only one is believed to be worthy of worship.
==References==
* Classic: Religion pg 131
Category:Religion