Can anybody give me some good info on it? What you believe, how you practice ect?
2007-06-11 09:38:51 · 12 answers · asked by Indiana Jonas 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Or even Wiccan info.
2007-06-11 09:40:16 · update #1
Depends on what kind of Pagan. You got Wicca, Asatru, Celtic, Greek....
For Wicca you can look at http://wicca.timerift.net. For Asatru I have an intro page on my profile and links to other Asatru sites on that page.
2007-06-11 09:51:22 · answer #1 · answered by Abriel 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, for starters, I'm an eclectic witch, and this is what I believe and practice. I believe in a god and goddess, that there is no such thing as the devil or a place called hell, and that we are reincarnated after death. That's just the tip of the iceberg, but, hey, it's a start. Witches celebrate the wheel of the year, performing rituals on the 8 sabbats. We are a very nature-based religion that accepts all types of people from all walks of life. You can practice as a solitary (as I do) or you may join a coven in your local area. (to find others in your local area, check out www.witchvox.com) Witchcraft is not all about casting spells and the like, it is about living better in tune with nature and having a close relationship with the Divine. There are so many different choices for you under the concept of "Paganism" that there isn't enough space and time for me to even attempt to break this down for you. My suggestion would be to read everything you can get your hands on concerning paganism, including books and internet resources. Study as much as you possibly can. Being a witch takes hard work and dedication, but if it's something you really want, you can acheive it. Start your own private library in your house of all the information you can get your hands on. Go to your nearest Barnes and Noble for books - there is a huge selection there. Also, check out eBay for books and supplies. I'm just starting over on all my books and supplies (lost in a divorce which still makes my skin crawl) but I was pleasantly surprised to find how much information is available on the web. Just do your research and you will find the path that is best for you.
Brightest wishes and Blessed Be!
2007-06-11 17:08:39 · answer #2 · answered by witch_chick_2003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many different neo-pagan paths. Some of the main ones are Wicca, Druidism, Shamanism and various Reconstructionist faiths. I follow a Celtic Reconstructionist path. For more info:
http://paganachd.com/faq/index.html
To learn about other Pagan Reconstructionist paths:
http://www.silver-branch.org/ssbbiblio/ssbbibpa3.html
For a list of 30 different Druidism organizations:
http://www.geocities.com/mikerdna/drulinks.html
2007-06-11 16:43:53 · answer #3 · answered by Witchy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Religion*S.* :-)
Neopaganism and Paganism are both umbrella terms for a wide range of beliefs with certain key features in common. In general, paganism will be used to describe ways with deeper roots in a particular culture's mythology; neopaganism for less polytheistic, more "earth-centered" or pantheistic, modern beliefs. Most all will tend to revolve around the seasons or the Eightfold Year typical of Wicca. (Equinoxes, Solstices, halfway inbetweens).
Heathenry usually refers specifically to the Norse, Germanic or Anglo-Saxon pantheons and folkways---what most would call Scandinavian mythology and folklore.
2007-06-11 16:51:01 · answer #4 · answered by Boar's Heart 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you get a chance to either check at your local library, or get a a hold of this book Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler
Its the first non-fiction book I'd ever read on the subject of witchcraft and its the one I recommend to Everyone to read!
2007-06-11 22:19:54 · answer #5 · answered by fuguee.rm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paganism is a very large umbrella for the non-abrahamic religions.. if you could tell me more about your interest, it would help.
You can do some research at http://beliefnet.com or http://religioustolerance.org
Feel free to contact me through my profile if you'd like more info on something.
2007-06-11 16:57:50 · answer #6 · answered by Kallan 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I can.
www.ladyoftheearth.com enjoy
www.ecauldron.com(heavy debate still)
try reading on Ontario consultants for religous tolerance
Oh and ronald hutton. llewellyn is ok, not neccesarrilly good. They've put out a lot of misinformative books based off bad history.
2007-06-11 16:45:37 · answer #7 · answered by growlymomma 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out Isaac Bonewits books. He writes on Neo-Paganism.
http://www.neopagan.net/
Also check out www.witchvox.com
Good luck
2007-06-11 16:44:06 · answer #8 · answered by Janet L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pagan is a very broad term for a lot of different beliefs
2007-06-11 16:45:26 · answer #9 · answered by funaholic 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
witchvox seems to be a popular resource.
also look for
Bucklands Complete Guide to Witchcraft
anything by Lewellyn Publications as well.
2007-06-11 16:44:37 · answer #10 · answered by Shake-Zula 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋