Paganism
Published on 26. May 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
304 pages
978-0-7153-2486-8 (ISBN)
Description
This is the essential introduction for anyone with an interest in the ideals and traditions of this ancient religion. It starts by dispelling the myths about Paganism and defining the groups of religions including Wicca, Druid and Asatru. It explores beliefs, practices, celebrations and tools. The role of magic, sexual mores, the place of ritual and participating in pagan gatherings is looked at in-depth in this book.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Newton Abbot
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 200 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
646 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7153-2486-8 (9780715324868)
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Content
Introduction; 1 The Roots of Paganism; 2 The Advance of Neo-Paganism; 3 Wiccan Beliefs; 4 Wiccan Celebrations; 5 Wiccan Tools; 6 Wiccan Practices; 7 Asatruar Beliefs; 8 Asatruar Holidays; 9 Asatruar Tools and Practices; 10 Druidic Beliefs; 11 Druidic Holidays; 12 Druidic Practices and Tools; 13 Vodoun and Santeria; 14 Shamanism; 15 Other Neo-Pagan Traditions; 16 Neo-Pagan Ethics; 17 The Role of Magic; 18 Neo-Pagan Sexuality; 19 Living as a Neo-Pagan; 20 Explaining and Protecting Beliefs; 21 Pagan Gatherings; 22 Networking and Community; Appendices; Index.