Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tritheism

noun

/ˈtraɪθɪˌɪzəm/

Definition

The belief in three separate gods, often associated with a particular understanding of the Christian Trinity.

Examples

Many consider tritheism to be a theological error in Christian doctrine.
Some early church fathers argued against tritheism to uphold the integrity of monotheism.
Debates about tritheism often arise in discussions of complex religious philosophies.

Meaning

Tritheism is a theological term describing the view that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are three distinct gods rather than three persons of one God.