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Lamaism

A modified form of Buddhism which prevails in Thibet, Mongolia, and some adjacent parts of Asia; -- so called from the name of its priests. See 2d Lama.

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Buddhism 76% connected

The religion based upon the doctrine originally taught by the Hindoo sage Gautama Siddartha, surnamed Buddha, "the awakened or enlightened," in the s…

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Lamaist 74% connected

Alt. of Lamaite

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Lamaist 74% connected

Alt. of Lamaite

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