Why are there so many different types of Paganism?

Answer 1

http://www.paganpath.com/trad.html
Here is an extensive list . There are many paths, this list doesn't include all but it should help explain some differences.
There are many flavors of Paganism, just like there are many types of Buddhism and many denominations of Christianity.

Blessings )O(

Answer 2

Paganism is a broad term used for earth based religions. Different cultures have different symbolism and rituals. Paganism accepts that every person, culture or group understands life in a unique manner and respects that they will find and walk their own path. Considering the diversity in humans, it is strange that there aren't more types of Paganism.

Answer 3

Look at the definition of Pagan:

pa‧gan–noun
1. one of a people or community observing a polytheistic religion
2. pertaining to the worship or worshipers of any religion that is neither Christian, Jewish, nor Muslim.

So by definition - pagan is a broad generalization encompasing many different established religions. Greek and Roman Gods fall under the Pagan category in the same way Wicca would fall under the Pagan category. Most poeple think that Paganism is a religion unto itself - in reality it is a classification of other religions. Another example is Christianity (meaning they follow the teaching of Christ) which also encompases a wide range of religious practice.

Answer 4

There are so many different types of every single religion. It's usually a matter of a group of people disagreeing with the main religion and breaking off to form their own sect. That's why there are so many variations of Catholic, Baptist, Protestant, etc.
I believe that the pagan religions vary because they were formed at different geographical locations and in different cultures.
There's Wicca, which is European/American, there's all the various Native American beliefs, which are seperated by tribe, etc, etc.
A good site to go for religious questions is: http://www.beliefnet.com/ or http://www.religioustolerance.org/
Hope this helps!

Answer 5

How many types are we talking about? I'm not even a Pagan and I have a type. It's in my garage. And what about all the different types of Christianity? What about that? Got you there, got you on that one, how do you like me now!

That's right, Milly, there are many different types of everything. Now go to sleep and don't leave the TV on.

Answer 6

Paganism is an umbrella phrase, like Christianity. When someone says they are a Christian, it simply means they belong to 1 of about 350 different cults.

Same with Paganism.

-SD-

Answer 7

For the same reason there are so many different deities. Most of my deities are Gaulish. It wouldn't make sense for me to belong to a religion that worships Egyptian deities. I am a polytheist. It also wouldn't make sense for me to belong to a religion that is monotheistic or duotheistic. Just because I do not believe in Christianity, Judaism, or Islam does not mean that I share the same deities, religion, and beliefs with every other person who does not believe in those three religions.

Answer 8

Different interpretations of what it truly means to be a Pagan and different practices.

Answer 9

Do you realize that there are also many forms of Christianity, Catholicism, Wicca, etc., etc?
It just depends on what you believe and what religion fits you best, someone didn't agree with the original idea of Paganism so started his/her own branch of Paganism. It happeneds in basically every religion.

Answer 10

They come from every locality in ancient times having their own god or goddess, and you had to worship that or go elsewhere. Or like Plato, die.
Look at the disunity in Indian Hinduism and you will get the idea of what it used to be like everywhere and why monotheism seemed like such a good idea and then why religious liberty is so much better.