Deity

### Aliases

Elohim, Theos, Godhood, Godhead, Divinity, Pagan, Deuses, Divinities, Dioses, Kamigami, Deos, God/Goddess, Old God, Children of the Most High, Third Generation Primordials, Fourth Generation Pre-Existentials (False)

## Origin and Status

### Classified as

Spirit

> A deity is what we used to refer to the pagan gods, as to not mistaken them for the Capital G-God. They are figures of worship of religions of old, embodying concepts that ancient humans both feared and revered, heavy emphasized on the fear. In the past, they were a pain in the ass to protect yourself from, though they have significantly mellowed out in the modern era, even becoming more benevolent. Something about needing to become more "angelic" like so that modern worshippers wouldn't be so scared that they changed to other kinder gods and religions, or worse, becoming atheists.
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> Matt Wright.

**Deities**, also known as **Elohim**, **Theos**, **Divinities**, **Gods**/**Goddesses** and **Children of the Most High**, are the entities that are worshiped by mankind. The Gods are amthropomorphic personifications of concepts, ideas and aspects of the universe.

They are of the strength of the True Archangels and are even more powerful than the Archdemons. Despite there being only one true God, Khaos, the embodiment of heresy and paganism, gods lesser than the One True Creator were born who were worshiped by mankind for hundreds of thousands of years.

## Overview

All deities trace their origins to Khaos, the primordial void and adversary of God. They are also the progeny of the Primordials, the first divine beings to come into existence, born directly from Khaos. These deities played a pivotal role in shaping the very essence of creation itself, embodying its fundamental aspects. Depending on the sources, they are either regarded as the second or third generation of Primordials. Their divine duty involves upholding the equilibrium of the natural order and representing the earthly and cosmic forces.

Deities manifest in a myriad of forms, though human likeness is a prevalent representation. In some faiths and traditions, it is considered sacrilegious to conceive or depict these divine beings with concrete physical forms. They serve as the embodiment and personification of various concepts, actions, animals, emotions, elements, and more. This multifaceted nature underscores their paramount importance in preserving the harmony of the universe.

The gods are transcendent, spiritual, multi-dimensional beings that exist on higher levels of existence. They are also the only beings capable of forgiving sins and performing miracles.

## Description

Different cultures have conceived deities in various ways, distinct from the characteristics ascribed to a monotheistic God. Deities need not possess qualities like omnipotence, omnipresence, omniscience, omnibenevolence, or eternality. In contrast, a monotheistic God is typically regarded as all-powerful, ever-present, all-knowing, all-good, and eternal. Moreover, monotheistic religions often use masculine terminology to describe God, whereas other belief systems describe their deities in a range of gender identities, including masculine, feminine, androgynous, and gender-neutral.

Deities are commonly perceived as immortal and are believed to possess personalities, consciousness, intellect, desires, and emotions, often exceeding human capacities. A male deity is commonly referred to as a god, while a female deity is known as a goddess. They are traditionally believed to wield supernatural powers, acting as authorities and overseers of various aspects of human existence, such as birth or the afterlife. Despite their immortality, some gods can experience temporary incapacitation or even death, but they do not truly perish. Instead, they undergo cycles of reincarnation, ultimately returning to their "true" forms within a transcendental realm known as the "space beyond space." This is because they are considered fundamental and mythical components of reality, impervious to true annihilation.

(With the exception of erasement which can could wipe them from existence; however their role would still need to be filled to maintain universal balance).

In various belief systems, certain deities were attributed as the overseers of time and destiny, the bestowers of human laws and moral principles, the ultimate arbiters of human actions and worth, or the creators of the Universe, rather than these phenomena being solely products of natural laws or physics. The distinction between the human and the divine in many cultures is far from absolute. Demigods, for instance, are born from the union of a human and a deity, and many royal dynasties in antiquity asserted descent from divine ancestors, blurring the line between mortals and the divine realm.

## Appearances

Many deities are believed to exist in a state of invisibility or inaccessibility to humans, residing primarily in otherworldly, distant, or sacred realms. These realms can include the land, the sky, the underworld, the skyland, beneath the sea, high mountains, deep forests, or in supernatural planes or celestial spheres.

Deities are represented in various forms, with human likeness being a common depiction. However, certain faiths and traditions deem it sacrilegious to attribute a concrete physical form to the deity. In several Indo-European traditions, gods were anthropomorphic, possessing human characteristics and appearances. In contrast, Mesopotamian gods were often envisioned as beings of immense physical stature, highlighting the diversity of divine representations across different belief systems.

Deities, in many cases, seldom directly reveal or manifest themselves to humans, choosing instead to make their presence known primarily through their indirect effects and influences. In the context of monotheistic belief systems, these deities are often perceived as omnipresent, yet they remain invisible to human perception. They can be conceptualized as abstractions, ideas, or concepts, although they are frequently personified in human terms. However, they can be sensed and even seen by other supernatural beings, and even if they choose to remain unseen to these supernatural entities, the latter often possess an innate ability to sense their presence..

## Powers and Abilities

* **Elohim Physiology**: They are generally seen as "lesser gods or minor deities" subservient to The One True Creator Elohim. Primarily, these heavenly beings dwell in The Skyland or The Abode of God (God's Heaven) and are assigned with many roles such as carrying out modest tasks as divine messengers of the word of God, As destroyers sent out by God to destroy whatever he wishes, being protectors or divine throne guardians of the boundaries of heaven or sacred spaces., as watchers, guardians and administers over nations assigned to them by The Creator or as heavenly beings who come together in a divine assembly known as "The Divine Council" to help and celebrate The Creator God's decisions. Not all elohim however are subservient to The Creator God, These particular Elohim are former members of the heavenly host who now act in a state of rebellion against their creator mostly due to their desire of receiving divine worship and to rule like God instead of being ruled. In their pursuit of achieving "Anti-Eden", these fallen heavenly beings have many roles as such, ruling over nations and posing as gods, false idols created and worshiped by humans, Exposing the weakness and flaws of lower lifeforms, and having dominion over nations, ruling it in sin, corruption, and deceit. A famous example of something like this is with the Canaanite goddess Asherah, who has fallen from her glory and is now seen as just a demon trying to corrupt humanity.
	+ **Transcendent Physiology**: They is physically and mentally beyond essentially all forms of harm or other ways to influence them (outside of other beings of similar status, superior beings or some specific concepts), and possess powers that are supernatural to outside viewers. While they can enter into the material universe, becoming immanent, their true being is outside existence and thus both independent and outside of everything that happens to their manifested/avatar form. As they are able to perceive existence in a completely different and transcendent way, they can achieve things that are beyond the understanding of lesser beings. For example, a children's toy built by them could be used as a dangerous and unstoppable weapon by the lower races.
	+ **Worship Empowerment**: They can become stronger, faster, more durable, etc. by the worship of other beings, whether prayers, rituals, or other actions; possibly unlock abilities related to your affinity and enhance your existing powers. Because of this, many gods founded their own religions with the intention of getting stronger, with the exception of the One Creator God who doesn't need worship to get stronger.

## History

After the formation of the universe, God and His angels took a period of rest, entrusting the maintenance of the cosmos to the Primordials. However, as time elapsed, some of the Primordials assumed a form of rulership over the universe, leading to the emergence of the gods in ancient mythologies as humans have come to know them. Meanwhile, other Primordials remained dedicated to their original tasks.

As the ancient gods, born from either the Primordials or the Second-Generation Primordials, came into existence, many of them engaged in conflicts with their powerful progenitors and relatives, vying for supremacy over the Earth and the entire cosmos. Some relinquished their status to their offspring.

In the end, the children of the gods emerged victorious, establishing themselves as the new cosmic rulers in place of their forebears. While this transformation of the cosmic hierarchy took place, those Primordials who did not participate in the power shift were left undisturbed, as they posed no threat and played a crucial role in maintaining the functionality of the universe.

Recognizing the significance of this balance, Khaos charged the deities with the responsibility of sustaining and embodying not only the Earth but also its natural forces, creatures, aspects, concepts, and extending beyond to encompass celestial bodies like the stars and solar entities, much akin to how God had entrusted His angels with their own divine duties.

The gods presided over different domains of the Earth and the universe, at times coexisting and sharing territories, albeit not always harmoniously. They also stood as protectors of the planet, defending it against the encroachments of the Great Old Ones, who sought to claim Earth as their own. In these conflicts, the deities emerged victorious, subsequently establishing a council of gods drawn from various pantheons. This council convened to deliberate on vital matters concerning the Earth and the cosmos, recognizing that no single pantheon could handle the responsibilities alone.

This collaborative effort among the gods led to instances where they and the angels worked together, mutually exchanging tools, duties, and operatives in their collective operations to safeguard the universe and maintain the balance of existence.

## Quotes

> A god is the sum of all their believers, all the prayers and hopes and curses and despair ever uttered in their name. We are mirrors. We rule and reflect and magnify. We are just like you humans, only more so. We share your flaws and foibles. We are as humanlike as we are divine. We aren't perfect beings like the one you envision when you look at the cross.
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> Hestia.

> That was a god you just encountered. A real mythological god. Most people seem to think that they were fallen angels posing as deities to stray humanity's faith from God, but that was not the case. They were the real deal. The actual gods you've read about in your mythology books. And they're every bit as powerful, grandiose, and dangerous as the legends make them out to be. Watch your back. Any one of them can flatten a whole city, or the world if they're in a really bad mood, in one swoop if provoked. They're egotistical like that, too.
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> Gabriel.

> When God Most High divided up the nations— when he divided up humankind— he decided the people's boundaries based on the number of the gods. Surely the LORD's property was his people; Jacob was his part of the inheritance.
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> Deuteronomy 32:8-9 declaring a possible origin of the various gods of the world.

> God has taken his place in the divine council; in the midst of the gods he holds judgment. “How long will you defend the unjust and show partiality to the wicked? Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked. “The gods know nothing, they understand nothing. They walk about in darkness; all the foundations of the earth are shaken. “I said, ‘You are gods; you are all sons of the Most High.’ But you will die like mere mortals; you will fall like every other ruler.” Rise up, O God, judge the earth, for all the nations are your inheritance.
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> Psalms 82:1.

> But gods are born of ichor and nectar, their excellences already bursting from their fingertips. So they find their fame by proving what they can mar: destroying cities, starting wars, breeding plagues and monsters. All that smoke and savor rising so delicately from our altars. It leaves only ash behind.
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> Madeline Miller.

> Westerners, I swear. The sheer arrogance. You think you're the only ones on Earth? You pillage and you butcher in your god's name... but you're not the only religion, and he's not the only god. And now you think you can just rip the planet apart? You're wrong. There are billions of us, and we were here first. If anyone deserves to end this world, it's **me**.
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> Kali.

> Magic is in itself a form of religion, but there are powerful beings who can be considered as gods and goddesses. Herne the Hunter, Morrigan, Cernunnos, Epona are a few British deities just like Odin, Thor, Zeus, Hera, Isis, Osiris, etc. are deities of other times and countries. Even the more modern gods like Christ, Hadit, Flying Spaghetti Monster, etc. are powerful beings or representations of the ‘Uncaused Cause’ as the creator of all things is sometimes called.
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> Carl Black.

## Trivia

* Despite being known as the monotheistic god, God isn't considered a deity in the same way as other pagan gods.
* Although several gods founded their religions to gain power, God doesn't need this, and admits that he only founded the Three Great Abrahamic Religions to spread His word among humans and nothing else.