👉 Petalism is a philosophical and theological concept that refers to the belief in the existence of one or more divine beings. This idea was popularized by prominent figures such as John Calvin, who believed that God had created humans with a predestined love for Him and a desire to be His children. In this view, humans are not separate entities but rather part of a larger, interconnected whole called the "body of Christ." The concept of divine beings is seen as an extension of this unity,