Esotericism often refers to exclusive knowledge that only a few people possess. This field can encompass several disciplines, such as astrology, magic, and other forms of knowledge. Some social scientists stress that it is a rejected form of knowledge. The main objective of this research was to describe the esoteric traditions in one Minangkabau village community. It intends to show that there...
Shamanistic figures play pivotal roles in cultures across the globe as spiritual healers, divinators, or fortune tellers. In Indonesia, shamanistic figures are represented by dukuns who are understood as shamans who possess supernatural abilities to heal or help with other problems. However, new-age spiritualism and its practices such as tarot reading and meditation have affected how...