#Syncretism

Syncretism is the art of assembling disparate beliefs and customs into a bespoke "new faith", conveniently overlooking inherent contradictions. Sprinkle a few unfamiliar rituals over the patchwork, and voilà, originality achieved. The pure essence to be revered is surrendered, replaced only by an uncomfortably eclectic aftermath. Everyone agrees in principle, yet upon reflection no one wants to claim responsibility for the concoction. It is the loudest guest at the banquet of religion and philosophy, raising a toast to its own indefinable absurdity.