Paganism

Paganism incorporates perspectives from mysticism, metaphysics and science into it’s spirituality. Many Pagan traditions emphasize personal responsibility as well as individual development of ethics, beliefs and spiritual practice. Even traditions with established beliefs and moral guidelines encourage members to test ideas and explore ethical ideas and ideals. This is done to allow the member to develop their own ethical sense and build the mental muscles to judge the soundness of belief.

Unlike with most Abrahamic religions Paganism on the whole has no central hierarchy or dogma though certain traditions may have an internal governing structure like with Wicca or Druidry. Some have an ethnic focus like African, Asatru and Celtic traditionalists while others pull together and blend Pagan and non-Pagan beliefs and practices into a unique belief.

Like with most cultures Paganism looks to answer questions we all face in our lives at some point like, is there a divine being, what is the meaning of life, what is our purpose in life, what role do we play in the universe and what happens after death? Pagans search for these answers while as part of a social network as well as on their own.

Worship

Pagans at times gather in churches or places of worship, at a home or outside. These are commonly referred to as Circles, Covens or Groves to to perform rituals, weddings (handfastings) and funerals.