Alevism
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Alevism, also known as Qizilbashism, is a syncretic and mystic movement, traditionally associated with Haji Bektash Veli. It is generally agreed that it is akin to a Sufi rendition of Twelver Shi'ism
Women partaking in Semah ritual
A 15th century illustration of Haji Bektash Veli
Yunus Emre is one of the main figures of Anatolian Folk Islam
Tomb of Ahi Evren; founder and leader of the Ahi Brotherhood, which evolved into a Beylik later on
Folk religion
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Folk religion, traditional religion, or vernacular religion comprises, according to religious studies and folkloristics, various forms and expressions of religion that are distinct from the doctrines
Alevism
…Twelver Shi'ism that integrates Central Asian shamanic elements, though some dissenting voices base the Alevi belief squarely in a non-denominational, heterodox Anatolian Islam instead. They acknowledge the six articles of faith of Islam, but may differ regarding their interpretation. Lack of gender segregation in ritual…
Shrine of Bixia at Mount Tai, Shandong, associated with Chinese folk religion
A Filipino Catholic home altar in Morden, Manitoba
This picture was taken at a Malaysian Chinese home. This altar is dedicated to the three Pure Land sages, Avalokitesvara, and Sathya Sai Baba. On the left of the altar is a glass filled with rice. Joss sticks are stuck into it after the ancestors are invited to partake in the offering of food specially prepared for them on the Hungry Ghost festival prayers.
Gauchito Gil (left) and San La Muerte (right), two examples of Argentine folk saints