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Post by lydiaharper on Oct 13, 2011 10:52:09 GMT -5
I have been thinking about alot of different aspects of Paganism, and how I really don't know alot about the different traditions/pantheons/paths. There have been a few things stick out to me lately, and I really wanna learn more about them. So, I thought I would ask everyone else, too.
What traditions/paths/pantheons do you want to learn more about??
Mine are:
Egyptian
Gypsy
Native American
Kitchen Witchery
As far as I know I have no hereditary ties to Romani or Egypt, but there is some Cherokee Indian in my grandmothers line.
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rynn
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Post by rynn on Oct 13, 2011 11:12:10 GMT -5
:)Hi, I am currently doing an on line beginner's course in Kemetic Orthodox religion(Ancient Egyptian), as I am drawn to Tameran Wicca, so learning about the beliefs and traditions of the ancient people of Kemet is what I am about learning.
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formosa
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Post by formosa on Oct 13, 2011 12:55:19 GMT -5
I'm interested in local Estonian Native belief, but also in Northern Paganism and becoming better kitchen witch too.
lydiaharper: Did you mean that you don't have hereditary relations to Romanians or Romani? They are two very different nations.
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Post by lydiaharper on Oct 13, 2011 16:17:22 GMT -5
lydiaharper: Did you mean that you don't have hereditary relations to Romanians or Romani? They are two very different nations. Romani Sorry, fixed it. lol |
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Post by formosa on Oct 14, 2011 3:20:52 GMT -5
I find gypsy magic fashinating too - there are very few studies performed in this field.
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Post by lydiaharper on Oct 14, 2011 8:34:20 GMT -5
rynn, that sounds very interesting and like alot of fun.  |
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Post by missmelissa on Oct 14, 2011 9:36:27 GMT -5
I want to learn about how different people view divinity, and how they put it into practice that makes sense for them. There's pantheists, panentheism,duo theism, hard polytheism, soft polytheism,etc.
I also want to learn of how people integrate witchcraft in their belief systems. Witchcraft is just that, a craft, and it doesn't mean it's paired with specific spiritual beliefs. However, I haven't heard of how a Hellenic neopagan revivalist may practice it. I haven't heard how an agnostic would practice it. Some pagans may feel that witchcraft doesn't really fit into what they believe, and just do ritual to honor gods,etc. Yet, I've only heard of witchcraft being paired with religious witchcraft (or neo-Wicca).
So basically I want to learn of Paganism and witchcraft in a broader sense, then figure out how they do/don't come together in various practices.
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Post by yumiko on Oct 14, 2011 10:18:39 GMT -5
Ooh this is an awesome topic! I want to learn more about Celtic traditions, deities from all cultures, Native American traditions, Hinduism, continue learning about Shinto (Japanese earth based spirituality) and I'd like to learn more about making my own incenses and oil blends.  |
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Post by autumnraiin on Oct 14, 2011 12:19:10 GMT -5
I've always had an interest in Native American, Buddhism, Hinduism, kitchen and garden witchery. I also want to get into Aromatherapy more and get certified as an Aromatherapist.
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Post by yumiko on Oct 14, 2011 17:01:33 GMT -5
autumnraiin - that's so cool! I'd love to do aromatherapy too, hehe |
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Post by lydiaharper on Oct 15, 2011 16:14:18 GMT -5
Wow, we really are a diverse group. :-)
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Post by jennlabelle on Oct 15, 2011 16:48:24 GMT -5
Lydia and Formosa, have you read Buckland's book on Gypsy Magic? He claims to come from English gypsies but I don't know how much truth there actually is to that. It wasn't a bad read because it gave the general idea of what gypsy magic is, and what they believe and practice.
As for me I'd just like to learn how to feel Spirit within me everyday and to focus more on that. Because I find I lose sight of what really matters sometimes, and what the most basic and essential importances are in the universe.
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Post by Charlie on Oct 15, 2011 17:15:55 GMT -5
Reading all of these are amazing. I'm currently exploring the 7 Spiritual Laws of Success as well as interested in learning about developing intuitive gifts, though I don't consider them "gifts" because they are not unique to individuals. I believe everyone has access to them.
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Post by louisetassiker on Oct 15, 2011 17:54:39 GMT -5
I don't know why but I am fascinated with Native American traditions and I know I have a Native American guide although I haven't worked with him a great deal yet! I am also interested in learning more about Norse traditions. I am also obsessed with herbal medicine and I'm currently working on my diploma to become a certified herbalist. I find it difficult to fit in the time to learn the things I want to because of work
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Post by cyv on Oct 15, 2011 19:35:35 GMT -5
To me, a lot. But personally: Gypsy magic, as I am. Which includes: - Divination (More tarot, runes, etc) - Herbs - Kitchen witchery That'll do for the main lines. I want to learn so much, but I need a basic focus! And these all combine well |
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