Animism and polytheistic beliefs often shape the spiritual framework of early societies, attributing divine qualities to natural objects and multiple deities. In animism, the belief that spirits inhabit natural entities like trees, rivers, and animals creates a sense of interconnectedness with the environment. Polytheistic religions, on the other hand, worship numerous deities, each embodying specific powers or aspects of life, such as fertility, war, or the sea. Monotheistic religions center on a single omniscient and omnipresent deity believed to oversee the universe. Polytheistic beliefs diversify divine roles, creating a pantheon where multiple gods and goddesses govern different domains. Both animism and polytheism often include moral codes and ethical practices that guide how individuals interact with the sacred and the natural world.