Do Pagans still exist?

Most modern pagan religions existing today (Modern or Neopaganism) express a world view that is pantheistic, panentheistic, polytheistic or animistic, but some are monotheistic.

Were there Pagans in the Middle Ages?

In the Early Middle Ages (c. 476-1000 CE), long-established pagan beliefs and practices entwined with those of the new religion so that many people who would have identified as ‘Christian’ would not have been considered so by orthodox authority figures.

What were the religious beliefs in medieval times?

In Europe during the Medieval times the only recognised religion was Christianity, in the form of the Catholic religion. The lives of the Medieval people of the Middle Ages was dominated by the church.

What countries still have paganism?

Some of the countries believed to have a higher number of pagan groups include the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, Lithuania, and Australia.

What are Mormons beliefs?

These key elements of the faith include belief in God the Father, his Son Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit; belief in modern prophets and continuing revelation; belief that through Christ’s atonement all mankind may be saved by obedience to the laws and ordinances of Christ’s Gospel; belief in the importance of …

What is the pagan history of Europe?

The hidden Pagan history of Europe, the persistence of its native religion in various forms from ancient times right up to the present day. Most people today are more familiar with native traditions from outside Europe than with their own spiritual heritage.

What is modern Paganism and why does it matter?

But modern Paganism is also an outgrowth from the old European tradition. It has reclaimed the latter’s sacred sites, festivals and deities from obscurity and reinterpreted them in a form which is intended to be a living continuation of their original function.

Is monotheism rejected in paganism?

Monotheism is almost universally rejected within Paganism and most Pagan traditions are particularly interested in the revival of ancient polytheist religious traditions including the Norse (northern Europe) and Celtic (Britain) traditions.

What is a good book to start learning about paganism?

Paganism: An Introduction to Earth-Centered Religions by Joyce and River Higginbotham; Llewellyn Publications; first edition, 2002. Presents the fundamentals of Paganism. It explores the Pagan sacred year, rituals, and Pagans beliefs about God, worship, human nature, and ethics.