divinize (Meaning)
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divinize (v. t.)
To invest with a divine character; to deify.
Synonyms & Antonyms of divinize
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divinize Sentence Examples
- The cult's leader was divinized as a direct descendant of the gods.
- In some cultures, deceased ancestors were divinized and worshipped as deities.
- Ancient Egyptians believed that Pharaohs were divinized upon their ascension to the throne.
- Hinduism divinizes many aspects of nature, such as rivers, mountains, and animals.
- The concept of divinizing human beings has been a part of religious thought and mythology for centuries.
- Some rulers used the notion of divinization to justify their absolute power and authority.
- The divinization of Julius Caesar marked a significant shift in the political and religious landscape of Rome.
- Christianity rejects the divinization of human beings, emphasizing the distinction between humanity and divinity.
- In Buddhism, the goal is not to divinize oneself but to achieve enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
- The concept of divinization is often used to explore the complex relationship between humanity and the divine.
FAQs About the word divinize
To invest with a divine character; to deify.
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No antonyms found.
The cult's leader was divinized as a direct descendant of the gods.
In some cultures, deceased ancestors were divinized and worshipped as deities.
Ancient Egyptians believed that Pharaohs were divinized upon their ascension to the throne.
Hinduism divinizes many aspects of nature, such as rivers, mountains, and animals.
