Eurasian Shamanism
Northern Asia, particularly Siberia, is regarded as the locus classicus of shamanism. It is inhabited by a variety of ethnic groups, many of whom observe shamanistic practices even in modern times. Many classical ethnographic sources of “shamanism” were recorded among Siberian peoples.
These cultures are far from being alike. The same applies for their shamanistic beliefs and practice.
Read more about Eurasian Shamanism: Terms For 'shaman' and 'shamaness' in Siberian Languages, Spirit-Journey, Songs, Music, Demographics
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