Tangilism is a new religion started in 2017 in South Africa
Someone who practices the religion (i.e. a follower, adherent) of Tangilism is referred to as a Tangilist

Tangilism is derived from the word tangible which means:
1. capable of being touched; discernible by the touch; material or substantial.
2. real or actual, rather than imaginary or visionary.
3. definite; not vague or elusive.
4. possible to be treated as fact; real or concrete.

As the name suggests Tangilism is a religion where the beliefs are based on what is tangible and Tangilists are not required to accept things that are non-physical, invisible, spiritual or fictitious.

This in no way is a criticism of any other religion. The Tangilism view is that:
1. all people are free to decide on their own belief system
2. a person’s religious beliefs, regardless of what they are, should be respected
3. no religion and no person is superior to any other religion or person
4. intolerance on religious or any other grounds is not acceptable.

The Tangilism view is that there is no god/s that influence what happens to us. This view is consistent with either of the following beliefs:
- There is no god/s
- There is a god or gods but this god/s do not influence what happens to us
A Tangilist can therefore hold either of these beliefs and they are both equally accepted and respected.

Tangilism believes what happens is in our control, our fate is in our hands and it is up to ourselves to make things happen.

A person does not need to give up their current religion in its entirety to be a Tangilist. A person who shares the Tangilism stance on god/s can still associate with aspects of their heritage and maintain aspects of another religion whilst being a Tangilist. In this case the person can refer to themselves as a Christian Tangilist, a Jewish Tangilist, a Muslim Tangilist, etc.

Tangilism believes that every person has the right to determine their own religious beliefs and likewise everyone’s religious beliefs should be respected. Any person who sets out to prove or disprove any religious beliefs has missed the point of religion. In addition it is never acceptable to ridicule another person’s religious beliefs nor is it acceptable to try discredit another person’s religious beliefs.

Tangilism believes in making things happen as opposed to praying for things to happen. In line with this philosophy daily communal services are referred to as planning sessions as opposed to prayer sessions. 

So instead of praying for good health Tangilists plan how they can improve their heath
Instead of praying for wealth Tangilists plan how they can improve their financial position
Instead of praying for happiness Tangilists plan how they can make their lives better
etc.

Once again this is in no way a criticism of any other religion and Tangilism accepts and respects any religion or person who does believe in the power of prayer.

Tangilism is not for anyone who believes that there is a god/s who influence what happens to them. Tangilism is not for such a person and such a person would be better suited to another religion which prays to this god/s.

Tangilism is suited for someone who does not believe in god or who does believe in a god/s but doesn’t believe that that god/s has any influence over them, but notwithstanding this the person still wants to be part of a community, participate in religious rituals e.g. marriage ritual and have a support system for dealing with hardships or improving themselves or their situation.