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'''Spiritualism''' is a [[metaphysics|metaphysical]] belief that the world is made up of at least two fundamental substances, matter and spirit. This very broad metaphysical distinction is further developed into many and various forms by the inclusion of details about what spiritual entities exist such as a soul, the afterlife, spirits of the dead, deities and mediums; as well as details about the nature of the relationship between spirit and matter. | '''Spiritualism''' is a [[metaphysics|metaphysical]] belief that the world is made up of at least two fundamental substances, matter and spirit. This very broad metaphysical distinction is further developed into many and various forms by the inclusion of details about what spiritual entities exist such as a soul, the afterlife, spirits of the dead, deities and mediums; as well as details about the nature of the relationship between spirit and matter. | ||
Spiritualistic traditions are deeply rooted in [[shaman]]ism and perhaps are one of the oldest forms of religion. | Spiritualistic traditions are deeply rooted in [[shaman]]ism and perhaps are one of the oldest forms of religion. From a [[ritual magic]] perspective, the practices may be considered a form of [[necromancy]]. | ||
==Central beliefs== | ==Central beliefs== | ||