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The word “divine” has its roots in Latin. It comes from the Latin word “divinus”, which means “of a god” or “pertaining to a god.” This, in turn, is derived from the Latin word “divus”, meaning “god” or “deity.” The term is closely related to the concept of the divine as something godly, sacred, or related to a higher power.

In terms of further historical development, the Latin root “divinus” entered the English language through Old French as “divin”, and over time, evolved into the modern English word “divine.” The word has retained its connotations of holiness, godliness, and the supernatural.