Syncretism is a combination of different beliefs and traditions. It typically occurs within religious contexts. Syncretism involves the fusion of previously distinct traditions, beliefs and art forms in one new tradition. However, syncretism can occur in many other contexts as well. Syncretism is often due to cultural politics and religion.
It is a form of art
Syncretism can be defined as a mix of two types art. It can refer both to the formal characteristics between two types of art, as well as historical processes and cultural contexts. Syncretism is often seen early Christian and Jewish art.
Syncretism is a technique that scientists and artists use in their work. Roman Collosium is one example. It was a rectangular-shaped structure, which used an artificial aqueduct to bring water. The Temple of Solomon is another example of syncretism.
Historically, the idea of merging religious and cultural practices was first recorded by Plutarch, who wrote that syncretism is when two or more groups of people try to join forces against a common enemy. The common enemy may be political, religious, military or even habitual.
