Divine simplicity

In classical theistic and monotheistic theology, the doctrine of Divine Simplicity says that God is simple (without parts).

Part of a series on the
Attributes of God
in Christianity
Core attributes
  • Omnibenevolence
  • Omnipotence
  • Omnipresence
  • Omniscience
  • Eternity
Overarching attributes
  • Aseity
  • Oneness
  • Perfection
  • Trinity
Miscellaneous
Emotions expressed by God

This is the idea that God does not exist in parts but is one unified entity, with no distinct attributes; that is, God’s esse is identical to God’s essence.

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