noun
- plural of heliolatry; the worship of the sun or sun god
Usage: formal; historical or religious context
Examples
- Ancient Egyptian heliolatries centered on the god Ra.
- Many pre-Columbian cultures practiced heliolatries as part of their religious traditions.
- The heliolatries of various civilizations reveal humanity's fascination with celestial bodies.
- Scholars study heliolatries to understand the spiritual beliefs of ancient peoples.