Deistic

usgb/deɪˈɪstɪk/
adjective

Relating to the belief in the existence of a god, created by the universe but not actively involved in it.

Her beliefs are deistic, she believes in a god who does not meddle in human affairs.
Visual representation of "deistic" - Relating to the belief in the existence of a god, created by the universe but not actively involved in it.

Often appears as...

  • deistic belief
  • deistic view

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Religious

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Religious Context

Used when discussing religious beliefs about a god who doesn't intervene in the universe.

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His deistic views explain why he doesn't pray for divine intervention.
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Common Confusion

Don't mix up 'deistic' with 'theistic'; 'theistic' involves active divine involvement.

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Unlike her theistic friends, she holds a deistic belief that God doesn't interact with the world.
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Historical Reference

Often mentioned when discussing Enlightenment thinkers who championed reason over revelation.

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Voltaire's works have a deistic undercurrent, reflecting religious attitudes of his time.
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