Abstract
SHAMANISM
In this article “shamanism” is taken as a whole by S. A. Tokarev and “shaman” concept in other nations of the world is transferred in their original forms. The most important aspect of the article, “shamanism” is that it reveals the origin. The author says that “shamanism” is the form of religion, but he emphasizes that it is not the earliest form of religion; and later he is explains the connection with other belief systems and religions. In this paper, another important consideration is this: a general framework for the shamanism of Siberian Turks are being drawn. And so the author is setting a roadmap for those who want to work in this area. Finally the author says that this essay is a starter on the subject and more many studies must be done.
Keywords
Shamanism, origin, religions, form of religion, Siberia