a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny | a system of religious beliefs and rituals |
an institution to express belief in a divine power | an interest followed with exaggerated zeal |
| a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false |
| followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices |
| followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader |