Tengrism, a tradition of the Eurasian steppes, was founded by the Turkic people. It is based primarily on folk shamanism (animism) and revolves around Tengri the titular sky God. Tengri, while not considered a deity in the traditional sense of the word, is seen as the personification and embodiment of the universe.
Symbols
The Tengrism symbol systems is based upon a three-dimensional world, where everything is connected to everyone else. Tengrism holds that everything is tied together in a circular pattern and that everything can be connected to every other. For example, the sun and seasons are part of a three-dimensional Earth as is the soul of every creature.
Tengriism appeared for the first time in Chinese chronicles at the end of the fourth century BC. It was also known as the sky god and as Cheng Li. A Mongolian khan, Guyug Khan, referred to Tengri in a letter to Pope Innocent IV in 1246. He wrote, "Tengriyin kucundur," a reference to Tengri that means "under eternal heaven."
Origin
Tengrism, an old Chinese culture is based around Geser. This hero was a reincarnation or the sky spirit who arrived on earth to serve his purpose as a Shaman. His life story is told in an epic text, called the Epic of King Gesar. Original plans were for the epic to be performed by musicians who played a fiddle with a horsehead to accompany it.
Although it is not known where Tengrism originated, it is widely believed that it was born in the early days of human civilization. As society developed, the concept of loss-developed pro-existence became more prevalent. As a result, society became stratified, and tribal aristocracies began to form.
The Practice
Tengrism is a spiritual tradition built on personal relationships to the gods. It is a religion without a holy text, prophet, or place of worship. It also doesn't have any dogma and rites. It is therefore different from orthodox Islam which is based upon the Quran or the Koran.
Tengrism is a practice that has been in practice for hundreds of years in the Central Asian region. It incorporates elements from animism as well shamanism and polytheism. It is still practiced today in Mongolia, Buryatia, the Turkic language, and other areas. Though many of its practices are no longer practiced publicly, some have resurfaced, largely because of their spiritual significance. Modern Tengrism practice is a result a movement which aims to revive this religion, promote living in harmony within nature, and care for the earth.
Religion's influence on other religions
Tengrism is an ancient Central Asian religion that focuses on living in harmony with the natural world. It is closely related Tibetan Buddhism. It can be found in Kyrgyzstan (Kazakhstan), Kazakhstan, Buryatia Buryatia Mongolia and Turkey. Its impact on other religions is not well understood.
Tengrism has influences from several religions, including Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, Shamanism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. Tengrism was in fact triggered by the Steppe.