Atheism

Atheism, as it is commonly understood today—the belief that there is no God or gods—does not have a direct equivalent in the biblical text. However, the Bible does address the concept of rejecting or denying God. The term "fool" is notably used in Psalm 14:1, which states, "The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God.'" This verse highlights a moral and spiritual rejection of God's existence, suggesting that such a stance is viewed as folly in the biblical worldview. Furthermore, the Bible frequently contrasts faith in God with the worship of idols or other gods, which can be seen as a form of atheism by denying the supremacy of the one true God. For example, in Isaiah 44:6-20, the futility of idolatry is emphasized, portraying those who worship created things rather than the Creator as misguided. Thus, while the Bible does not explicitly define atheism in modern terms, it clearly presents a perspective that denounces disbelief in God and emphasizes the consequences of such a rejection.

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