Buryat shamanism is rooted in the concept of , which views the universe as consisting of three spheres:

: Space or the heavens, inhabited by deities (Tengeri).

A central belief is the existence of —guardian spirits of ancestors or clans. Shamans believe that after death, a human soul moves to a "family tree" before reaching the upper world, often appearing as a bald eagle, which is considered an auspicious sign. Two Paths: White and Black Shamans