Immanence - GCSE Religious Studies Definition

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Immanence is a term used in religious studies to describe the belief that God exists within the material world and the universe as a whole. In contrast to transcendence, which holds that the divine is separate from and above the world, immanence suggests that the divine is intimately involved in the life and processes of the world. This concept is particularly significant in religions that see God or the divine as being present everywhere and in everything, suggesting that divinity is not distant or detached but instead accessible and present in everyday life. For GCSE Religious Studies, understanding immanence can help students explore how different faiths perceive the presence of God.

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