Brahminism

Brah·min·ism  (bräm-nzm)

n.

1. The attitude or conduct typical of a social or cultural elite.

2. Hinduism Variant of Brahmanism.

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Brahmanism, Brahminism

the doctrines and practices of Brahmans and orthodox Hindus, characterized by the caste system, a diverse pantheism, and primary devotion to Brahma, the creator-god of the Hindu trinity.

See also: Hinduism

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	Brahminism - the religious and social system of orthodox Hinduism Brahmanism Hindooism, Hinduism - the religion of most people in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
	2.	Brahminism - the religious beliefs of ancient India as prescribed in the sacred Vedas and Brahmanas and Upanishads Brahmanism faith, religion, religious belief - a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny; "he lost his faith but not his morality"