Brahmanism

/ˌbrɑməˈnɪzəm/
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Definitions of Brahmanism
  1. noun
    the religious beliefs of ancient India as prescribed in the sacred Vedas and Brahmanas and Upanishads
    synonyms: Brahminism
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    type of:
    faith, religion, religious belief
    a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
  2. noun
    the religious and social system of orthodox Hinduism
    synonyms: Brahminism
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    type of:
    Hindooism, Hinduism
    the religion of most people in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
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