syncretic sect

John Frum, a syncretic sect, also is important on Tanna Island.

Afro-Christian syncretic sects are also widespread.

It can also refer to a syncretic sect founded during the Ming Dynasty by Lin Zhaoen.

The syncretic sects often merge Christianity with traditional beliefs and rituals, and may not be accepted by mainstream churches as part of Christianity.

Buddhism in South Korea is dominated by the Jogye Order, a syncretic sect traditionally linked to the Seon tradition.

Muslims (mainly Sunni) represent 10% of the population, others (including syncretic sects and indigenous beliefs) account for 10%, according to the CIA World Factbook.