teistiteismi

Teistiteismi is a philosophical stance that posits the existence of God or gods, but denies that these deities actively intervene in or influence the affairs of the universe or humanity. In this view, a divine creator may have initiated existence, but has since withdrawn from any form of involvement. This contrasts with classical theism, which typically includes divine providence and ongoing interaction between God and the world.

The term itself is a portmanteau, combining "theism" (belief in God or gods) with "deism" (belief in a creator God who does not intervene). Teistiteismi can be seen as a subset or modification of deistic thought, emphasizing the existence of a divine being while simultaneously severing any connection to ongoing divine action or revelation.

Proponents of teistiteismi might point to the apparent indifference of the cosmos to human suffering or the lack of clear, universally accepted evidence of divine intervention as support for their position. They may find the concept of an uncaused first cause appealing but reject the notion of a God who answers prayers, performs miracles, or dictates moral laws.

This perspective can also be viewed as a way to reconcile a belief in a creator with a scientific worldview that often emphasizes natural laws and processes. It allows for a transcendent origin without necessitating supernatural interference in the observable world. The concept remains within the broader spectrum of theological and philosophical thought concerning the nature of divinity and its relationship, or lack thereof, to the created order.