noun
- Plural of jujuism; beliefs, practices, or systems associated with juju (West African magical charms, amulets, or fetishes believed to have supernatural power).
Usage: Often used in anthropological or historical contexts; May refer to traditional African spiritual practices
Examples
- Scholars of African religions have documented various jujuisms practiced across West Africa.
- The anthropologist studied different jujuisms and their cultural significance in the region.
- Colonial accounts often misrepresented local jujuisms as mere superstition.
- Traditional jujuisms remain important to some communities as part of their spiritual heritage.