Henotheists worship a single supreme God, but do not deny the existence of other gods. Friedrich Schelling, Friedrich Welcker and others coined this term to describe monotheism that ancient Greeks practiced. It is a particular form of monotheism, which emphasizes the importance and value of human freewill.
Monotheistic
Monotheism refers to belief in one, all-powerful god as opposed to polytheism which is where belief is in many gods. Monotheistic religions include Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. The Greek prefix monos + theos is the root of the term, which both mean god. Monotheism isn't limited to monotheistic religions. Buddhism can also be monotheistic.
Monotheism may be difficult to practice if you don't have other gods. But there are still some benefits to the religion. One advantage is the ability to accommodate a wide range of worshippers. While diviners and clerics are able to cast spells on their own, they might have alignment problems. Their compatibility with other religions is another advantage, allowing them to coexist.
The concept of sacrificial devotion is a common thread among the major monotheistic religions. All three religions are based on Abraham's story. He was asked to give his only son to God. God stopped Abraham from offering his only son to God and gave him a ram instead. Traditionally, Jews have believed in a coming Messiah (god), who will rule the world.
The idea of a god is rooted in the belief that the god is the source of all creation. Jupiter could be seen in many aspects, and as a result, the worship of various gods was not monotheistic. These gods were just different names for one god.
Some believe that monotheism started in Ancient Israel. Others believe that monotheism emerged in nearby cultures after the Babylonian exile. These two traditions might have been distinct, but evidence supports their close relationship. Numerous biblical scholars have supported the early monotheism hypothesis.
Henotheism is also found in the Vedas. Varuna in Hinduism is both a king, and the ultimate judge. It gave grace to his religion and punished sin. Thus, there is an inherent contradiction between henotheism and a belief in a single god.
Philosophers have attempted to explain the religion of all ages in simple terms. These explanations are sometimes complicated. An example of this is the trinity. While it may be difficult to understand, it has shaped the evolution of philosophy. The ancient world is where the evolution of philosophy began.