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as in deity
the quality or state of being divine Henry David Thoreau felt the presence of divinity in every part of nature

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as in god
a being having superhuman powers and control over a particular part of life or the world a modest temple built for one of the minor divinities in ancient Greek mythology

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as in God
capitalized the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe communal worship of the Divinity was expected of every member of the colony

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Recent Examples on the Web Pyrite: For mental clarity and spiritual protection A powerful crystal for mental clarity and spiritual protection, pyrite's reflective surface represents its divinity and insight, essentially helping Leos stay grounded and think clearly. Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 25 July 2024 And while this larger than life star may mean different things to different people depending on their culture or religious beliefs, some common themes associated with the sun include life, warmth, positivity, light, and even divinity. Sarah Scott, Parents, 15 July 2024 Born in 1959 in Milwaukee, Daniels received multiple doctorates in divinity before opening his church. Katherine Loren, Journal Sentinel, 17 July 2024 Read on for a deeper meaning behind the cosmic event In astrology, the planet Neptune is said to oversee our dreams, creativity, illusions, romance and divinity. Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 29 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for divinity 

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“Divinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divinity. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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