shamanism

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The practice is linked to a sect of esoteric Japanese Buddhism called Shugendo, which has its roots in ancient mysticism, shamanism, and mountain worship.

From National Geographic • Jan. 19, 2024

Even today, the place is visited by practitioners of shamanism, who organise drumming sessions in the cave.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2023

Xiong Lee’s path to shamanism has been arduous, entailing rigorous training with a shaman mentor to learn how to communicate with the spirit world.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 25, 2023

The Thaos still held tight to Hmong traditions, including the Hmong language and the practice of shamanism, which made Ms. Thao feel self-conscious in the predominantly white, working-class neighborhood where she grew up.

From New York Times • Dec. 28, 2022

It would seem that the characteristic traits of shamanism are common to all the Eskimo tribes.

From Man, Past and Present by Haddon, Alfred Court