Definitions
- Referring to a practitioner of tantra, a spiritual practice that originated in India. - Describing practices or rituals related to tantra. - Talking about beliefs or traditions associated with tantra.
- Referring to supernatural or mystical beliefs or practices. - Describing knowledge or practices that are hidden or secret. - Talking about mysterious or unexplained phenomena.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words relate to spiritual or mystical practices.
- 2Both words can be associated with secrecy or hidden knowledge.
- 3Both words have historical and cultural significance.
- 4Both words can be used to describe practices or beliefs that are not mainstream or widely accepted.
- 5Both words can be used to describe practices or beliefs that involve supernatural or mystical elements.
What is the difference?
- 1Focus: Tantrik emphasizes practices and beliefs related to tantra, while occult can refer to a wider range of practices and beliefs.
- 2Connotation: Tantrik can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context, while occult is often associated with negative connotations such as dark or evil practices.
- 3Usage: Tantrik is less commonly used in everyday language compared to occult, which has a wider range of applications.
- 4Association: Tantrik is more closely associated with Eastern spirituality and religion, while occult is more commonly associated with Western esotericism and mysticism.
Remember this!
Tantrik and occult are both words that relate to spiritual or mystical practices and beliefs. However, tantrik is specifically related to the Indian spiritual practice of tantra, while occult has a broader range of associations. Additionally, tantrik can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context, while occult is often associated with negative connotations such as dark or evil practices.
