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Meaning of Zendicism in English:

Zendicism

Pronunciation /ˈzɛndɪsɪz(ə)m/

noun

rare

  • Heresy, irreligion. Frequently specifically with reference to Persia or the Ottoman Empire: adherence to any of various sects considered to be heretical, especially Manichaeism and Mazdakism.

Origin

Late 17th century; earliest use found in Humphrey Prideaux (1648–1724), dean of Norwich and author. Apparently from Zindiq + -ism.