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Is God a common or proper noun?

It depends on the context.

* Proper noun: When referring to a specific deity, like the God of the Abrahamic religions, "God" is a proper noun and should be capitalized.

* Common noun: When referring to a deity in a general sense, like "the god of war," "god" is a common noun and should not be capitalized.

Here are some examples:

* Proper noun: "I believe in God."

* Common noun: "The ancient Greeks worshipped many gods."

Therefore, the answer is that "God" can be both a common and a proper noun, depending on the context.

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