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Ritualism
01
the act of sticking to old customs and ceremonies in a culture, focusing on doing things the traditional way
Examples
The tribal ritualism included dancing around the fire to appease the gods.
In Japanese culture, tea ceremony ritualism is highly esteemed.
02
the examination of religious or magical rites and ceremonies
Examples
His research focused on the ritualism of ancient Egyptian funerary practices.
Students of anthropology often specialize in ritualism within tribal societies.
