Handbook Of Contemporary Paganism

Author : Murphy Pizza,James R. Lewis
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 661 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004163737

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Handbook of Contemporary Paganism by Murphy Pizza,James R. Lewis Pdf

Contemporary Paganism is a movement that is still young and establishing its identity and place on the global religious landscape. The members of the movement are simultaneously growing, unifying, and maintaining its characteristic diversity of traditions, identities, and rituals. The modern Pagan movement has had a restless formation period but has also been the catalyst for some of the most innovative religious expressions, praxis, theologies, and communities. As Contemporary Paganism continues to grow and mature, new angles of inquiry about it have emerged and are explored in this collection. This examination and study of contemporary Paganism contributes new ways to observe and examine other religions, where innovations, paradoxes, and inconsistencies can be more accurately documented and explained.

Author : Pat Regan, Mr.
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1977861989

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The New Pagan Handbook by Pat Regan, Mr. Pdf

All ancient celebrations relate to Nature and humankind's place within the cosmic whole. Authentic Paganism is based on immutable truths. Unlike later man-made religions, Pagan worship is not in any way doctrinal but is a way of being. It is a great gift that we are all born with. The Old Gods reside deep within us; they dwell also in the vast uncharted corners of the universe and beyond. Their terrible yet beautiful force creates, destroys then creates anew all things in existence. The wondrous Lord and Lady of Paganism are as real today as they have ever been for those exceptional and enlightened people who welcome them into their hearts, minds and souls. In The New Pagan Handbook Pat Regan explores the origins of Paganism, its suppression and re-emergence and looks at ways modern Pagans can express their spirituality and draw closer to the Old Gods. Using classical Roman Paganism as a model, this book shows you how to develop rituals and magick to suit your needs. With extensive appendices on symbolism and festivals, The New Pagan Handbook will help you to begin your own Pagan journey. Pat Regan has worked for many years with the Pagan Anti-defamation Network (PAN), campaigning, researching and writing many articles on Paganism and ecology and is currently the author of nine books.

Author : Graham Harvey
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317544500

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The Handbook of Contemporary Animism by Graham Harvey Pdf

The Handbook of Contemporary Animism brings together an international team of scholars to examine the full range of animist worldviews and practices. The volume opens with an examination of recent approaches to animism. This is followed by evaluations of ethnographic, cognitive, literary, performative, and material culture approaches, as well as advances in activist and indigenous thinking about animism. This handbook will be invaluable to students and scholars of Religion, Sociology and Anthropology.

Author : Pat Regan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Neopaganism
ISBN : 0954753453

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The New Pagan Handbook by Pat Regan Pdf

Author : Graham Harvey
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 621 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317544494

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The Handbook of Contemporary Animism by Graham Harvey Pdf

The Handbook of Contemporary Animism brings together an international team of scholars to examine the full range of animist worldviews and practices. The volume opens with an examination of recent approaches to animism. This is followed by evaluations of ethnographic, cognitive, literary, performative, and material culture approaches, as well as advances in activist and indigenous thinking about animism. This handbook will be invaluable to students and scholars of Religion, Sociology and Anthropology.

Author : Murphy Pizza
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-13
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781317084402

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Paganistan by Murphy Pizza Pdf

Paganistan - a moniker adapted by the Twin Cities Contemporary Pagan community - is the title of a history and ethnography of a regionally unique, urban, and vibrant community in Minnesota. The story of the community traces the formation of some of the earliest organizations and churches in the US, the influence of publication houses and bookstores, the marketplace, and the local University, on the growth and sustenance of a distinct Pagan community identity, as well as discussions of the patterns of diversifying and cohesion that occur as a result of societal pressure, politics, and generational growth within it. As the first ever study of this long-lived community, this book sets out to document Paganistan as another aspect of the increasing prevalence of Paganism in the US and contributes to the discussion of the formation of new American religious communities. Revealing how canonical theories about community formation in anthropology do not always fit comfortably nor accurately describe how a vibrant Pagan community creates and sustains itself, this book will be of interest to scholars of religion and new religious movements worldwide, and offers a valuable contribution to discussions within both urban anthropology and sociology.

Author : Michael York
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2005-04
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780814797082

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Pagan Theology by Michael York Pdf

In Pagan Theology, Michael York provides an introduction to, and expansion of, the concept of Paganism and provides an overview of its theological perspective and practice. He demonstrates it to be a viable and distinguishable spiritual perspective found today in such forms as Chinese folk religion, Shinto, tribal religions, and neo-Paganism in the West. While adherents of many of these traditions do not use the word "pagan" to describe their beliefs or practices, York contends that there is an identifiable position possessing characteristics and understandings in common for which the label "pagan" is appropriate. He outlines these characteristics and also explores paganism as a general form of religious behavior which may be found in other religions which are not themselves pagan. In the course of examining such behavior, York provides descriptions of religions in action, including Buddhism and Hinduism.

Author : Kerr Cuhulain
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Neopaganism
ISBN : 0971005060

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Pagan Religions by Kerr Cuhulain Pdf

Revised and expanded, this comprehensive manual clearly interprets neo-Pagan religious beliefs and practices for non-Pagans, such as professionals in law enforcement, education, social services, and the media. Educating the general public by providing a strong introduction to these alternative spiritual traditions, this updated reference explains the festivals, symbols, tools, and history of Wicca, presents new chapters on the practices of Druidism and Ásatrú, and demonstrates how oppressive religious doctrine has maligned modern Pagans. Written in an accessible style, this overview is tailored for believers as well as skeptics, scholars, and the idly curious. A glossary of neo-Pagan terms and an extensive bibliography are also included.

Author : John Beckett
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-05-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780738752204

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The Path of Paganism by John Beckett Pdf

Paganism is a way of seeing the world and your place in it. It means challenging the assumptions of mainstream society and strengthening your relationships with the gods, the universe, your community, and your self. The Path of Paganism provides practical advice and support for honoring your values and living an authentic Pagan life in mainstream Western culture. Discover tips for establishing or deepening a regular practice. Explore how your spirituality can help you deal with life's inevitable hardships. Learn the basics of leadership roles and other steps to take as you gain experience and move into more advanced practices. With questions for contemplation as well as rituals to help you integrate new concepts, this book guides you through a profoundly meaningful way of life. Praise: "This is an absolute gem of a book! John's love of his Pagan path fills this book with incredible enthusiasm and confidence...I would recommend this book to beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Both will find many pearls of wisdom within these pages. Highly recommended."—Damh the Bard

Author : Thea Sabin
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-05-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780738730011

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A Teaching Handbook for Wiccans and Pagans by Thea Sabin Pdf

As the Pagan and Wiccan communities grow, so does the need for teachers, mentors, and role models. For those who want to share their knowledge, teaching can be a very empowering and spiritual experience. But practicing the Craft and teaching it are two very different things. In this timely guide, popular Wiccan author and teacher Thea Sabin presents clear techniques for creating a curriculum, including sample syllabi. She also provides instruction and guidance on crucial aspects of becoming an effective and inspiring teacher of Wicca and Paganism. Develop teaching methods for adult learners Manage group dynamics Give great presentations Find and screen students Set up online classes Cultivate patience and humility You will also find interviews and advice from several respected Pagan teachers, such as Patrick McCollum, Holli Emore of Cherry Hill Seminary, Christopher Penczak, and T. Thorn Coyle.

Author : James R. Lewis,Inga B. Tollefsen
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780190611521

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The Oxford Handbook of New Religious Movements by James R. Lewis,Inga B. Tollefsen Pdf

The study of New Religious Movements (NRMs) is one of the fastest-growing areas of religious studies, and since the release of the first edition of The Oxford Handbook of New Religious Movements in 2003, the field has continued to expand and break new ground. In this all-new volume, James R. Lewis and Inga B. Tøllefsen bring together established and rising scholars to address an expanded range of topics, covering traditional religious studies topics such as "scripture," "charisma," and "ritual," while also applying new theoretical approaches to NRM topics. Other chapters cover understudied topics in the field, such as the developmental patterns of NRMs and subcultural considerations in the study of NRMs. The first part of this book examines NRMs from a social-scientific perspective, particularly that of sociology. In the second section, the primary factors that have put the study of NRMs on the map, controversy and conflict, are considered. The third section investigates common themes within the field of NRMs, while the fourth examines the approaches that religious studies researchers have taken to NRMs. As NRM Studies has grown, subfields such as Esotericism, New Age Studies, and neo-Pagan Studies have grown as distinct and individual areas of study, and the final section of the book investigates these emergent fields.

Author : Kathryn Rountree
Publisher : Springer
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781137562005

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Cosmopolitanism, Nationalism, and Modern Paganism by Kathryn Rountree Pdf

This volume explores how Pagans negotiate local and global tensions as they craft their identities, both as members of local communities and as cosmopolitan “citizens of the world.” Based on cutting edge international case studies from Pagan communities in the United States, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, Israel, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and Malta, it considers how modern Pagans negotiate tensions between the particular and universal, nationalism and cosmopolitanism, ethnicity, and world citizenship. The burgeoning of modern Paganisms in recent decades has proceeded alongside growing globalization and human mobility, ubiquitous Internet use, a mounting environmental crisis, the re-valuing of indigenous religions, and new political configurations. Cosmopolitanism and nationalism have both influenced the weaving of unique local Paganisms in diverse contexts. Pagans articulate a strong attachment to local or indigenous traditions and landscapes, constructing paths that reflect local socio-cultural, political, and historical realities. However, they draw on the Internet and the global circulation of people and universal ideas. This collection considers how they confound these binaries in fascinating, complex ways as members of local communities and global networks.

Author : Barbara Jane Davy
Publisher : Rowman Altamira
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0759108196

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Introduction to Pagan Studies by Barbara Jane Davy Pdf

A text on the academic study of contemporary wicca and paganism throughout the world.

Author : Adam L. D'Amato-Neff
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002-05-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781475902952

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Book of Clouds by Adam L. D'Amato-Neff Pdf

An awe inspiring spiritual journey

Author : Kathryn Rountree
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317158684

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Crafting Contemporary Pagan Identities in a Catholic Society by Kathryn Rountree Pdf

Contemporary western Paganism is now a global religious phenomenon with Pagans in many parts of the world sharing much in common - from a nature-revering worldview and lifestyle to a host of chants, invocations, ritual tools and magical practices. But there are also locally-specific differences. Local religious contexts, landscapes, histories, traditions, politics, values and norms all impact on local Paganisms. This is nowhere more evident than in a strongly Catholic society, where religion and culture are deeply entwined. Taking the Mediterranean society of Malta as a case study, this book invites readers inside the world of a small, hidden sub-culture. Showing what it is like being Pagan in a society where the vast majority of the population is Roman Catholic, and Catholicism permeates every sphere of public and domestic, social and political life, Rountree reveals that Paganism here is a unique brew of indigenous and global influences. Pagans employ both creativity and borrowing in constructing identities within a cultural context characterized by antagonism as well as continuity. This book explores the intersections of religious and cultural identity, the global and local, Paganism and Christianity, with insights grounded in rich ethnographic detail based on long-term fieldwork. Rountree makes invaluable comparisons with other studies of modern Pagans and their various worlds.