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totemism

Translations

totemismnoun

totemisms

Totemism is a belief system where humans have a spiritual connection with a totem.

Тотемизм - это система верований, в которой люди имеют духовную связь с тотемом.

Synonyms

totemic belief

totemic system

totemismnoun

A belief system in which humans have a spiritual connection or kinship with a spirit-being, such as an animal or plant, often represented by a totem.

Totemism is a central aspect of the cultural identity of many indigenous tribes, where each clan is associated with a specific animal totem.

The practice of using totems as symbols of a clan or family, often serving as an emblem or a guardian.

In totemism, the eagle might be revered as a totem representing strength and vision for the community.