What is another word for shivaism?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈɪve͡ɪˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Shivaism is a term that refers to the Hindu tradition of worshiping Lord Shiva. But there are many other terms that could be used to describe this tradition. For example, Shaivism, which is derived from the Sanskrit word "Shaiva" meaning "follower of Shiva," is a common synonym for Shivaism. Other synonyms include Shaktism, which focuses on the worship of the divine feminine energy or Shakti, and Saivism, which emphasizes the importance of philosophical traditions over religious rituals. Another synonym is Lingayatism, which is a distinct form of Shaivism that originated in Karnataka and focuses on the worship of the lingam, a symbol of Shiva.
