Definition

A belief system or practice centered on the veneration or worship of palms, or in a broader context, a philosophy emphasizing open-handed generosity, peace, or non-violence. The term is rare and not widely standardized in academic literature.

Example Usage

Some spiritual traditions embrace a form of palism that views open-handed gestures as symbolic of enlightenment and acceptance.

Origin

Derived from 'palm' (the hand or the tree) plus the suffix -ism, though the exact historical coinage is unclear.

Fun Fact

The open palm appears as a symbol of peace and non-violence across numerous religious and cultural traditions worldwide.

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