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Tantrism

Tantrism Meaning & Definition
Tantrism Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Tantrism?

[n] doctrine of enlightenment as the realization of the oneness of one's self and the visible world; combines elements of Hinduism and paganism including magical and mystical elements like mantras and mudras and erotic rites; especially influential in Tibet
[n] movement within Buddhism combining elements of Hinduism and paganism

Synonyms | Synonyms for Tantrism: Tantra

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See Also | Buddhism | Buddhism | Tantrist

Tantrism In Webster's Dictionary

\Tan"trism\, n. The system of doctrines and rites taught in the tantras. -- {Tan"trist}, n.

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