theomachy

[thee-om-uh-kee]

theomachy Definition

  • 1a battle or war among gods
  • 2a conflict between religious beliefs and principles

Using theomachy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "theomachy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The theomachy between the ancient Greek gods was often depicted in mythology.

  • Example

    The Reformation was a theomachy that divided Christianity into different sects.

Origins of theomachy

from Greek 'theos' meaning 'god' and 'mache' meaning 'battle'

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Summary: theomachy in Brief

'Theomachy' [thee-om-uh-kee] refers to a battle or war among gods, as well as a conflict between religious beliefs and principles. It is often used in the context of mythology and religious history, such as the theomachy between the ancient Greek gods and the Reformation's theomachy that divided Christianity into different sects.