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Shivaism (Noun)

A Hindu sect worshiping Shiva.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Shivaism, or Shaivism, is one of the three main forms of Hinduism, and emphasizes the worship of Shiva as the supreme being.
This temple is an important site of pilgrimage for followers of Shivaism, who come to worship and seek spiritual enlightenment.
Shivaism gained popularity during the Gupta period and spread throughout southern India, becoming an integral part of Hindu culture.
The practices and rituals of Shivaism are deeply rooted in the Upanishads and the Puranas, which provide guidance on spiritual growth and self-realization.
The philosophy of Shivaism is centered on the idea of a single, all-encompassing reality that is represented by the deity Shiva.

Worship of Shiva one of the 3 chief gods of the Hindu pantheon.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Shivaism is a major sect within Hinduism that emphasizes the worship and reverence of Shiva as the ultimate reality and supreme being.
The people of this small village in Tibet practised a form of Shivaism blended with local customs and traditions.
In this movement within Hinduism, Shivaism arose as a distinct path of spiritual growth and self-realization through devotion to Shiva.
In the eyes of its followers, Shivaism represents a complete way of life where Shiva is not just a deity but a state of ultimate consciousness.
He adhered to Shivaism and devoted a significant part of his life to meditation and spiritual practices in pursuit of union with Shiva.