What is 'Henotheism' in the context of the Rigveda?

It is the worship of one god at a time, where the deity being addressed is treated as the supreme or only god for the duration of the prayer.

Vedic Theology

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

2014

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2014_48 Ref: Standard Educational Reference

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The Rigvedic religion was predominantly polytheistic, characterized by the worship of many deities that personified natural forces.