Hindu
Shaktism (mainstream Goddess tradition)
Major Hindu devotional tradition centred on the Divine Mother (Devi, Durga, Kali). Hundreds of millions of adherents.
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Low Control / Mainstream
BITE breakdown
Behavior Control1/10
Information Control1/10
Thought Control1/10
Emotional Control2/10
Modifiers (+1)
+1 minor; net very low.
Profile facts
Founded
Ancient
Members
Hundreds of millions globally
Active in
Asia, Global
In context
Shaktism encompasses Devi Mahatmya, Sri Vidya, and Shakta Tantra lineages. Mainstream voluntary practice across India, Bengal, Nepal.
This profile is in progress — history, deeper BITE evidence and survivor voices are still being added. Contributions welcome via GitHub.
Timeline
- AncientGoddess veneration crystallises
Sources
- David Kinsley academic work search ↗
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Disclaimer. This profile is an educational summary based on publicly available reports. Many members of this group do not experience the patterns described. Individual congregations and chapters vary widely. If you or someone you know needs support, contact a licensed therapist or the International Cultic Studies Association.