What is another word for astrolatry?

Pronunciation: [astɹˈɒlətɹˌɪ] (IPA)

Astrolatry refers to the worship or adoration of celestial bodies such as stars, the moon, or the sun. Synonyms for astrolatry include star worship, celestial veneration, and astral religion. Other terms that can generally describe the worship of heavenly bodies include Heliolatry, which specifically refers to sun worship and Sideromancy, which is the practice of divination through the observation of stars. Another related term is Astrology, which is a more mainstream practice of understanding the influence of celestial bodies on human affairs and psyche. These synonyms help to better understand various forms of worship and beliefs surrounding celestial bodies.

Synonyms for Astrolatry:

What are the hypernyms for Astrolatry?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Astrolatry?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for astrolatry (as nouns)

Usage examples for Astrolatry

The magical arts and the astrolatry of the valley of the Euphrates imposed themselves on the purer Mazdean faith, and never relaxed their hold, although they failed to check its development as a moral system.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
Babylonian astrology and astrolatry inspired the theories of the mithreums as well as of the Semitic temples, a fact that explains the intimate connection of the two cults.
"The Oriental Religions in Roman Paganism"
Franz Cumont
For astrolatry lives in the east still.
"Moon Lore"
Timothy Harley

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