ophism

ophism
snake-worship

Phrontistery dictionary. 2013.

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  • Ophism — Oph ism, n. 1. Doctrines and rites of the Ophites. [Webster 1913 Suppl.] 2. Serpent worship or the use of serpents as magical agencies. [Webster 1913 Suppl.] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

  • ophism — ˈäˌfizəm, ˈōˌf noun ( s) 1. usually capitalized : the doctrines and rites of the Ophites 2. : serpent worship or the use of serpents as magical agencies : ophiolatry compare snake dance …   Useful english dictionary

  • Forms of Worship — This list of 60 words refers to forms of worship not specific religions or belief systems, but rather terms that denote a specific object of worship, be it saints, snakes or whatever. Related word lists you might want to check out are those for… …   Phrontistery dictionary

  • ophic —   a. pertaining to serpents.    ♦ ophism, n. snake worship …   Dictionary of difficult words

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