Difference between Monotheism and Polytheism
English book, p. 30
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MONOTHEISM AND POLYTHEISM Monotheism entails discovering and worshipping the Creator, while polytheism involves being attached to the creation. A ccording to the Quran, belief in polytheism is the root of all human evils, while faith in monotheism is the source of all human virtues. The Quran explicitly states: “God will not forgive anyone for associating something with Him, while He will forgive whomever He wishes for anything besides that. Whoever ascribes partners to God is guilty of a monstrous sin.” (4:48) Monotheism entails discovering the Creator, while polytheism involves being attached to the creation. Monotheism is living in alignment with reality, while polytheism means living based on superstitions. Monotheists are the desired individuals in this world because they align themselves with the will of the Creator.

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