The Demiurge is a concept found in various philosophical and religious traditions, particularly in Gnosticism. It is often depicted as a creator god or artisan responsible for fashioning the material world. Unlike the supreme, transcendent deity, the Demiurge is sometimes viewed as imperfect or even malevolent, creating a flawed universe. In Platonic philosophy, the Demiurge is seen as a benevolent figure who organizes chaos into order, shaping the cosmos according to eternal Forms. This contrasts with Gnostic views, where the Demiurge is often associated with ignorance and is distinct from the true, higher divine source, sometimes referred to as the Pleroma.