Paganism

Almost all structured religions have such an ethic, this is a strong belief in the Wicca religion for, nature, and the entire human race. As a Wicca they have a set of moral and spiritual values that precisely fits the purpose. They live by the values and beliefs that direct their lives as witches, from both inside and outside of the Coven setting. The ethics are incorporated into the Wicca law, also known as, The Ethics of Wicca.

Still focusing on the modern concepts of Paganism, sexuality, and the impact it had on the followers of Paganism and why it became a focused aspect of their religion. Psychologists Sigmund Freud and Wilhelm Reich, had conceptualized a revealing essence of human nature with the transgression of sexual taboos involved with Wicca and Paganism. These taboos were believed to release ecstatic power that would transform society. Adding focus on sexuality importance along with aspects of feminism can also be credited to psychologist Carl Jung. He helped make the practice of Wicca infused into the Paganism religion form a counter culture and feminist movement. Pushing the modernized ideas of sexuality into Paganism helped create a huge mass of followers

Paganism is someone who has religious beliefs that are not the main world religions. “And sometimes they sacrificed to the old stone gods made heathen vows, hoping for Hell’s support, the Devil’s guidance in driving their affliction off. That was their way, and the heathen’s only hope, Hell always in their hearts, knowing neither God nor his passing as he walks through our world, the Lord Of Heaven and earth; their ears could not hear his praise nor know his glory” (Beowulf 90-980). This shows that what they were doing and how they were acting was bad but then again they did not know of God so they thought it was okay.

There are some traditions of modern Paganism that follow the structure of the ancient Egyptian religion. Typically these traditions, sometimes referred to as Kemetic Paganism or Kemetic reconstruction, follow basic principles of Egyptian spirituality such as honoring the Neteru, or deities, and finding a balance between man's needs and the natural world. Like many ancient cultures, such as the Greeks or Romans, the Egyptians incorporated religious beliefs into their daily lives, rather than keeping them separate.

The Watchtowers represents the four cardinal directions: North, South , East and West. In many traditions they are also associated with each of the four classical elements: Air, Fire and Water and Earth. These are the Elements of nature and are forces honored by Pagans and Witches.

Responsibility for one’s self and respect for others are only two major beliefs that Wiccans practice. Wiccans believe that “Every action creates not just an equal and opposite reaction, but a web of reverberating consequences” (Starhawk). Wiccans follow a text similar to the bible, but on a much smaller scale. This manuscript is used to hold all Wiccan beliefs. The Rede is what Wiccans use as the rule, law, or method of evaluating the morality of life decisions, “An ye harm none, do what ye will” (Rede). Wiccans do not wish to harm others, they simply believe in peace, divinty, and equality for

Voodoo is a religion also known as Vodou or Voudon. In modern day society, the word ‘Voodoo’ usually brings others to the thought of dolls with pins stuck in them to cause pain on one’s enemies and the resurrection of the dead as zombies. In addition, black magic, animal sacrifices, and circles of worshipers dancing to the beat of a drum are just a few of the many other misconceptions about the practice of Voodoo. According to anthropologist Wade Davis, however, “Voodoo is not some kind of dark mystical force, it is simply a legitimate religion” (Handwerk, 2002). Though Voodoo began in West Africa, it is practiced in various forms worldwide. As the religion of Voodoo spread, it encountered a difficult transition. In spite of this hardship,

Pagans are typically vilified for their beliefs, as though they are less important than those of

There is a loose heiarchy system that this religion was founded one. At the top of this system is God, he is all knowing and all seeing and he is the ruler of earth. The next tier comes the prophet Carlos. He is Gods messenger, the enforcer of the rules, and the preserver of the religion. Under the

Santeria is a religion that has beliefs of the Yoruba and it also has Roman Catholic elements (Types of Religion, 2016). Santeria is an Afro-Carribian religion that expanded during the time of the Cuban slave trade (Types of Religion, 2016). Santeria for many years was considered to be a secret religion. Santeria is practiced throughout the world and not only in Cuba as it once was. This religion is very secretive and there is little known about their rituals and practices and is not general knowledge and kept from the public (Religious Tolerance, 2007). Santeria is an oral tradition (Religious Tolerance, 2007). They do not reference or use any type of book such as the Bible. This religion has a priesthood, so there are priests and priestesses

Early in second and third century Christian history, violence against Christians by the Roman Empire, struggles against pagan ideology, practices that were corrupting the Church, and certain lax spiritual discipline had crept into many areas of the Christian faith. As some leaders attempted to control the faith by growing their personal power and influence on the political front, others sought escape from the spiritual darkness they perceived among the world to retain their own spiritual purity.

The Pagan religion has been around for forever and is thought to originate from Europe. Paganisms traditions place an importance or homage for nature. Most Pagan groups can trace their roots to around the 1960s. Paganism is not a traditional religion because it does not have any official ideology, but it does have some familiar traits. Growth in the Pagan religion is thought to be based off of the cycles of the earth and the earth’s ecological status.

multiple times during rituals (Hudson, 1990: 58). Some survivors might experience deregulated sleep patterns or alcoholism as well (Rivera, 1996: 163). Because of the neglecting conditions survivors were born into, they tend to stick to dissociative, abnormal, and unhealthy ways to manage their internal and external conflicts. These defense mechanisms serve to protect their ego from getting hurt (Stroh, 1996: 75). Moreover, those symptoms have to be taken seriously and must be intensely treated by health professionals.

In almost every society, emphasis is placed on doing the right thing. Whether it is helping a friend or choosing ethical eating habits, morality takes on several roles. Morality is a spectrum, like many other things in the everyday life; some actions are deemed more moral than others. When discussing the inner workings of morality, most name non-violence as a main component. Non-violence is the cornerstone of right thought and right action, making it influential in the shaping of an individuals' morality in the modern world. Non-violence is also one of three main principles in Jainism, a traditionally Indian religion with strictly moral and compassionate values (Harper). Jainism's plentiful practices

Every religion has those followers that have been very dedicated to the faith, those who have strayed, those who have