The symbols we associate with God reflect our understanding of the highest good and significantly influence our perspectives, ethics, and social interactions. For example, Elizabeth A. Johnson points out that when a religion portrays God as a warrior, promoting militaristic language, it tends to cultivate a culture that is aggressive and militarized, encouraging individuals to adopt violent behaviors in line with this imagery.
Similarly, if God is predominantly depicted as a male king without incorporating feminine symbols, society may develop a bias that prioritizes masculine values and dominance. This imbalance can lead to the marginalization of women and feminine qualities, shaping our cultural dynamics. The way we envision divinity thus has profound implications for our communal practices and personal identities.