antiteísts

Antiteists are individuals who reject the existence of any deity or deities. This rejection can stem from various philosophical, scientific, or personal beliefs. Antiteism is not to be confused with atheism, which specifically denies the existence of God, or agnosticism, which holds that the existence of God is unknown or unknowable. Antiteism encompasses a broader range of beliefs, including the rejection of polytheistic, monotheistic, and pantheistic deities.

The term "antiteist" was coined by the philosopher and theologian Friedrich Nietzsche in his work "The Gay Science." Nietzsche used the term to describe those who reject the traditional Christian God and the Christian moral code. However, the term has since been adopted by a wider range of individuals who reject any form of theistic belief.

Antiteists may hold a variety of views on the nature of reality, including materialism, humanism, or spiritualism. Some antiteists may also hold beliefs in other forms of spirituality or mysticism that do not involve theistic deities. The rejection of theistic belief can be motivated by a variety of factors, including personal experience, philosophical inquiry, or scientific inquiry.

Antiteism is a diverse and complex belief system, and there is no single definition or set of beliefs that all antiteists share. However, all antiteists share a common rejection of theistic belief. This rejection can take many forms, and antiteists may hold a wide range of beliefs on other issues.