pantheists

Pantheism is a philosophical and theological doctrine that identifies God with the universe, or, more precisely, that the universe is identical with divinity. This means that the divine is present in all things, and all things are part of the divine. There is no separation between the creator and the creation. The cosmos, in its entirety, is considered sacred.

Pantheistic views do not typically involve a personal God who intervenes in human affairs. Instead, divinity is seen as an immanent force or principle that pervades and sustains all existence. This can manifest as a deep reverence for nature and the natural world, as they are seen as direct expressions of the divine.

Historically, elements of pantheistic thought can be found in various ancient traditions, including some interpretations of Stoicism, Hinduism, and Taoism. In more modern times, philosophers and thinkers like Baruch Spinoza are strongly associated with pantheistic ideas. His concept of "Deus sive Natura" (God or Nature) is a cornerstone of this worldview, suggesting that God and nature are two aspects of the same reality.

Pantheism is not a religion in the organized sense with established dogma or rituals, though individuals and groups may adopt practices that align with its principles, such as meditation, contemplation of nature, or ethical living guided by a sense of universal interconnectedness. It emphasizes unity, oneness, and the inherent sacredness of all that exists.