Brahmanism

American  

[brah-muh-niz-uhm] / ˈbrɑ məˌnɪz əm /

Or Brahminism

noun

1. the religious and social system of the Brahmans and orthodox Hindus, characterized by the caste system and diversified pantheism.

2. the Hinduism of the Vedas, Brahmanas, and Upanishads.

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Brahmanism British  

/ ˈbrɑːməˌnɪzəm /

noun

1. the religious and social system of orthodox Hinduism, characterized by diversified pantheism, the caste system, and the sacrifices and family ceremonies of Hindu tradition

2. the form of Hinduism prescribed in the Vedas, Brahmanas, and Upanishads

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• Brahmanist
  noun

Etymology

Origin of Brahmanism

First recorded in 1810–20; Brahman ¹ + -ism

Example Sentences

In this way, Brahmanism emerged as Hinduism, which retained the caste system and belief in the Vedas while also offering a prescription for common followers seeking to live a moral and fulfilling life.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Likewise, Brahmanism was greatly influenced by Buddhism and its popularity with certain classes in India.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

In later centuries, Buddhist thought and institutions were influenced by Brahmanism, incorporating deities such as Shiva and concepts such as karma.

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Boundaries between the two religions became blurred, a development that helped followers of Brahmanism and Buddhists find a means for coexistence and even cooperation.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

"The principle, in short, of the Kabbala, is the same as that of Brahmanism."

From Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning by Doane, T. W.