henoteismiä
Henoteismiä is the Finnish term for anthropotheism, a theological and philosophical concept that describes the belief that human beings possess divine or godlike qualities. The word combines “heno,” meaning spirit or soul, with “teismi,” a suffix indicating belief in a deity. Anthropotheism is distinct from traditional monotheistic or polytheistic doctrines; it focuses on the divinity inherent within humanity rather than on an external supreme being.
The idea has roots in various philosophical traditions. In early Indian Hinduism, certain texts emphasize that
In contemporary discourse, anthropotheism occasionally surfaces in discussions about human rights, ethics, and cultural identity. Proponents
The term “henoteismiä” is primarily used in academic or literary contexts within Finland. It serves to categorize