The term “demiurge” originates from ancient Greek philosophy and refers to a being responsible for the fashioning and maintenance of the physical universe. In various philosophical and religious contexts, the demiurge is often depicted as a creator god or artisan-like figure, but is sometimes seen as distinct from a supreme deity. In Gnosticism, for instance, the demiurge is often viewed as a flawed or imperfect creator, responsible for the material world that is considered inferior to the spiritual realm. In general, the word can denote any creator or architect-like figure, particularly in relation to the cosmos or a particular system.
