Syncretic religions refer to belief systems or practices that combine elements from multiple religious traditions. In regards to Mughal India, it specifically relates to Emperor Akbar's efforts to create a new religion called Din-i Ilahi, which borrowed elements from Islam, Hinduism, Zoroastrianism, and other faiths.
Related terms
Divine Faith (Din-i Ilahi): The name given to the religion created by Emperor Akbar that aimed to unite different religious beliefs under one umbrella.
Sulh-e-Kul: A policy implemented by Emperor Akbar promoting peace and harmony among people of different religions in his empire.
Wahhabi movement: A conservative Islamic reform movement that emerged in the 18th century and criticized syncretic practices within Islam.