Paganisme

Paganism is the native religion of the people of Britain. Pagans have never abandoned their ancestral beliefs. Beliefs Paganism is characterized by several beliefs and attitudes which differentiate it from Christianity. The most important one is acknowledgement of human limitations, especially where it comes to knowing the Truth. Truth, for Pagans, has many forms, all of which deserve respect within their limited sphere. Thus Pagans do not proselytize. Nor do they adhere to a strict hierarchy of leadership, or to any central authority. Paganism is built upon oral tradition, shunning the written word. It reveres experience over education. Paganism recognizes a life force and consciousness in all things. It acknowledges many powerful entities, called gods and spirits, which can be contacted to lend help to the daily lives of practitioners. By living in harmony with these natural forces individuals will live happier, healthier, safer lives. Paganism is a religion of nature, and generally holds ceremonies at outdoor sites such as megalithic circles or ancient oak groves. The seasonal celebrations in different parts of the land are similar, although they probably invoke deities with different names. The patterns are the same, though details differ from place to place. Paganism is eclectic, acknowledging any possible number of spirits. Post-Roman British Paganism includes native spirits such as Don and Bell; Roman imports like Minerva Sulis and Dionysus; and far Eastern mysticism, such as Mithras, Isis, and Cybele. Pagans may be content to think that their ancient ways will eventually absorb even the latest religion imported from Rome : Christianity. Paganism believes in an afterlife, on the Other Side, and druids also taught that souls reincarnate back onto our side as well.