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Tantrism [ˈtæntrɪzəm] n 1. (Non-Christian Religions / Hinduism) a movement within Hinduism combining magical and mystical elements and with sacred writings of its own 2. (Non-Christian Religions / Buddhism) a similar movement within Buddhism [from Sanskrit tantra, literally: warp, hence, doctrine] Tantrist n Tantrism 1. the teachings of the Tantras, Sanskrit religious writings concerned with mysticism and magic rituals. See also: Hinduism
2. the beliefs and practices of Hindu adherents to the Tantras in place of the Vedas, especially magic rituals for healing, averting evil, and union with the female creative principle. — Tantrist, n. — Tantric, adj. ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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