i am atheist. But i have strong beliefs in mother nature, the power of animals, the power of the stars and the universe. Of coarse human energy and karma. I have never believed in "god" All i see is contradictions in catholic/christian. I do have certain rituals like trying to connect with nature in many different ways. Ide like to learn more about the wolven cross i've heard about it's symbolism with vikings. Independence, finding yourself, try to better your daily life is what life is about.
@SonofLight1979 Why would you call people wicked for following a path that you cannot prove with any source outside your bible is invalid? You speak based in personal biases and your way of addressing us is not reflective of one who follows an "all-loving father" god. Anyone who threatens others with eternal suffering is not very loving at all. So I think I can speak for everyone when I say, "thanks for playing, but no thank you".
I am a Falun Gong practitioner. Falun Dafa is a cultivation system in the Buddha School based on the principles of the Universe: 真 Truthfulness
善 Compassion 忍 Forbearance.
Since 1999 it has been brutally persecuted by the CCP in China. People are being killed, tortured, put into concentration camps and have organs harvested from live people, simply because of their belief. More than 3400 Falun Gong practitioners have died at the hands of CCP in the past 12 years.
I believe that there are two faces to paganism. One is the public face, as seen in this video. This is mainly 'neopagan' and, as the name suggests is pretty recent.
However, there is the private face of Paganism. This you cannot read about in books or watch on Youtube. The Pagans involved in these practices are carrying out rituals and are praying to powers that predate Christianity.
I can't stand people claiming that Paganism is an ancient religion. Neopaganism eg. Wicca are 60 years old. There are very, very, microscopic traces of ancient folklore but the vast, vast majority of it is new. Nothing wrong with that and almost all of my personal practices are invented by me so they're new too, but I also study Neolithic Religion & Ritual at University level and I have to say, very few (general) similarities.
I have to admit, this whole video had a very "far out man" new agey feel to it. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but I'm not sure how well it represents me.
@taramama3 You can practice in secret and even so discreetly that it is not noticed to the untrained eye. By your attitude, your beliefs, even doing dishes you can wash dishes and embrace the energy of the water. Keep watching youtube videos, go to the library and look up books on said subjects and read them there. No risk of them being found. You can photo copy pages if you need too or write things down.
@taramama3 Many of us have been raised in families or cultures where pagans are seen as evil or "devil-worshippers". One thing I have often said to folks who leap to criticize is actally from the Bible. There is a passage which says you will know a tree by the fruit it bears. Judge me according to my acts, not by your preconceptions regarding my beliefs. Honestly, I didn't "come out" about being pagan until I had moved away from my family into my own place. Choose what feels best for you.
@cerealkiller1124 You're referring to Matt 7:20. Though Jesus would consider pagan fruits to be bad fruits. In a nutshell, "whatever is not of faith is sin" (Romans 14:23). You say to look at your works and judge you... But looking at and relying on our own works-righteousness is what would condemn any of us, "for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). We can all look at the 10 commandments and see where we've failed. Especially in the first commandment.
@taramama3 There are many misconceptions about Paganism. People often don't understand what it's truly about, due to Judeo-Christian lies (I have nothing against Christians).
@taramama3 my dad is muslim and mum is christian and i am not going to tell them im pagan, ill just let them find out or never mention it until i move out, but they do know i have fascinations with the supernatural and things like that. but you dont need to tell them, my closest friends know and my drama teacher knows, but that just because i knew no matter what they said i would still be pagan, and they would accpt me. if youll be accepted and not judged by your parents only you can tell x
@taramama3 I am from a Christian family and I was forced to hide my belifs while I lived with them, hiding it from my parents made me feel guilty but I knew the path I had chosen was right for me. When I was at home I researched and decided what I believed and defined my path ("know thy path"). However I didn't practice at home because I respected their beliefs. I'm not encouraging you to defy your parents, especially as a pagan, you should respect them and their beliefs.
@taramama3 Exploration and seeing for yourself will help you decide what is right for you. Do not let anyone hold you back. Life is fleeting and needs to be lived.
Thank you for being so open and true about how different "pagans" follow their paths. I really thought of this as a heartfelt showing of belief. * May you go with the Goddess*
i am atheist. But i have strong beliefs in mother nature, the power of animals, the power of the stars and the universe. Of coarse human energy and karma. I have never believed in "god" All i see is contradictions in catholic/christian. I do have certain rituals like trying to connect with nature in many different ways. Ide like to learn more about the wolven cross i've heard about it's symbolism with vikings. Independence, finding yourself, try to better your daily life is what life is about.
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Wow i was just a non believer .... non I'm a Pegan :')
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Love the vid bright blessings to you and I hope your path is full of joy and brightness
divineenchantment 2 weeks ago
this is really interesting! check out my documentary on witches on my channel if you have time :)
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WoahProductionsUK 1 month ago
@SonofLight1979 Why would you call people wicked for following a path that you cannot prove with any source outside your bible is invalid? You speak based in personal biases and your way of addressing us is not reflective of one who follows an "all-loving father" god. Anyone who threatens others with eternal suffering is not very loving at all. So I think I can speak for everyone when I say, "thanks for playing, but no thank you".
DraoiSorcha 1 month ago
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this video makes me want to vommit. You wicked people! Turn your backs on your pagan gods.
I tell you to pray to Our Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ, Our Lord. You will all go into Hell if you don't repent of your sins.
Glory, Glory, Glory be to The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit. One God for ever and ever.
Amen.
SonOfLight1979 1 month ago
I am a Falun Gong practitioner. Falun Dafa is a cultivation system in the Buddha School based on the principles of the Universe: 真 Truthfulness
善 Compassion 忍 Forbearance.
Since 1999 it has been brutally persecuted by the CCP in China. People are being killed, tortured, put into concentration camps and have organs harvested from live people, simply because of their belief. More than 3400 Falun Gong practitioners have died at the hands of CCP in the past 12 years.
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Xiaolian7 2 months ago
I believe that there are two faces to paganism. One is the public face, as seen in this video. This is mainly 'neopagan' and, as the name suggests is pretty recent.
However, there is the private face of Paganism. This you cannot read about in books or watch on Youtube. The Pagans involved in these practices are carrying out rituals and are praying to powers that predate Christianity.
s4mweller 5 months ago
I can't stand people claiming that Paganism is an ancient religion. Neopaganism eg. Wicca are 60 years old. There are very, very, microscopic traces of ancient folklore but the vast, vast majority of it is new. Nothing wrong with that and almost all of my personal practices are invented by me so they're new too, but I also study Neolithic Religion & Ritual at University level and I have to say, very few (general) similarities.
LukeBourton 5 months ago
I have to admit, this whole video had a very "far out man" new agey feel to it. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but I'm not sure how well it represents me.
JuniusFaction 5 months ago
i want to become pagan but scared what my family will think . my sister is gay and the family fliped out .
taramama3 6 months ago 8
@taramama3 You can practice in secret and even so discreetly that it is not noticed to the untrained eye. By your attitude, your beliefs, even doing dishes you can wash dishes and embrace the energy of the water. Keep watching youtube videos, go to the library and look up books on said subjects and read them there. No risk of them being found. You can photo copy pages if you need too or write things down.
Boudiga 6 months ago
@taramama3 Many of us have been raised in families or cultures where pagans are seen as evil or "devil-worshippers". One thing I have often said to folks who leap to criticize is actally from the Bible. There is a passage which says you will know a tree by the fruit it bears. Judge me according to my acts, not by your preconceptions regarding my beliefs. Honestly, I didn't "come out" about being pagan until I had moved away from my family into my own place. Choose what feels best for you.
cerealkiller1124 6 months ago 6
@cerealkiller1124 You're referring to Matt 7:20. Though Jesus would consider pagan fruits to be bad fruits. In a nutshell, "whatever is not of faith is sin" (Romans 14:23). You say to look at your works and judge you... But looking at and relying on our own works-righteousness is what would condemn any of us, "for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). We can all look at the 10 commandments and see where we've failed. Especially in the first commandment.
DoulosEudoxus 2 days ago
@taramama3 There are many misconceptions about Paganism. People often don't understand what it's truly about, due to Judeo-Christian lies (I have nothing against Christians).
paganmoon5 3 months ago
@taramama3 You can become a pagan and keep it for yourself (:
GrupaPark 3 months ago
@taramama3 my dad is muslim and mum is christian and i am not going to tell them im pagan, ill just let them find out or never mention it until i move out, but they do know i have fascinations with the supernatural and things like that. but you dont need to tell them, my closest friends know and my drama teacher knows, but that just because i knew no matter what they said i would still be pagan, and they would accpt me. if youll be accepted and not judged by your parents only you can tell x
MizxBluexEyes 2 months ago
@taramama3 I am from a Christian family and I was forced to hide my belifs while I lived with them, hiding it from my parents made me feel guilty but I knew the path I had chosen was right for me. When I was at home I researched and decided what I believed and defined my path ("know thy path"). However I didn't practice at home because I respected their beliefs. I'm not encouraging you to defy your parents, especially as a pagan, you should respect them and their beliefs.
WiccanNadya 1 month ago
@taramama3 Exploration and seeing for yourself will help you decide what is right for you. Do not let anyone hold you back. Life is fleeting and needs to be lived.
Heartsvein26 1 month ago
What magick shop is shown near the end of this movie?
canny418 10 months ago
@canny418 Sacred Circle Books in Alexandria, VA. The images used were from a midsummer ritual a year ago.
diancecht 9 months ago
Thank you for being so open and true about how different "pagans" follow their paths. I really thought of this as a heartfelt showing of belief. * May you go with the Goddess*
flowerchild01 10 months ago
Congrats on your win! Great job!
susankirk83 10 months ago
Nice job. Congrats on your win at the 2011 Interfaith Film Festival.
zannabarnowl 10 months ago
@zannabarnowl Thank you!
diancecht 9 months ago
Thank you!
diancecht 9 months ago
Thank you for sharing this was wonderful!
firefaerie2 1 year ago
This is absolutely brilliant! Loved it!
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Pagyptsian 1 year ago
Blessed Be the Pagan family. ☽✪☾The Great Goddess is in all of us and we are all one with her.
PaganBorn79 1 year ago
I just loved this documentary...I feel soo identified. Thanks.
davidcirce 1 year ago
Great Work! Very interesting information and very artfully put together.
Bravo :)
TomboyChachi 1 year ago