Divine existence refers to the belief in a higher power or supreme being that transcends the physical world. This concept is central to many religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism, where the divine is often seen as the creator and sustainer of the universe. The nature of this divine presence varies across cultures, with some viewing it as personal and interactive, while others see it as an abstract force. Philosophers and theologians have long debated the characteristics of divine existence, exploring questions about its nature, attributes, and relationship to humanity. Arguments for divine existence include the cosmological argument, which posits that everything has a cause, leading to the necessity of a first cause, often identified as the divine. Conversely, some philosophical perspectives, such as atheism, reject the notion of a divine being altogether.