monolatriasta

Monolatriasta is a rarely used term in religious studies that refers to an adherent or advocate of monolatry. Monolatry is the position of worshiping one god while acknowledging that other gods exist. The word blends mono- (one) with latria (worship) and the agent suffix -asta, forming a label for a person who promotes or practices this stance. It is not widely attested in major dictionaries or journals and is not a standard designation in mainstream scholarship; more common terms include monolatrist or henotheist when describing individuals.

In usage, monolatriasta may designate a person who actively promotes monolatry within a polytheistic context or who articulates a doctrinal justification for directing worship to a single deity among a pantheon. The concept helps distinguish personal worship practices from broader doctrinal categories such as monotheism, polytheism, or henotheism.

Because the term is uncommon, examples appear primarily in niche debates, theoretical discussions, or speculative fiction rather than in canonical religious texts. Some scholars prefer more established terminology, while others use monolatriasta as a descriptive label for fictional or hypothetical figures within comparative religion or worldbuilding.

Related concepts include monolatry, monotheism, henotheism, polytheism, and ritual worship. As with many neologisms, the precise meaning of monolatriasta can vary by author, so readers should consult the specific source for its intended definition in that context.