Paganism (meaning “of the country”) is a collection of diverse spiritual paths which are rooted in
or inspired by indigenous (native) and Classical
(ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, etc.) traditions
worldwide. Paganism is often referred to as “The Old Religion” meaning preChristian. Pagans believe in the
interconnectedness of all life, animism (everything is alive), pantheism (everything is Divine), polytheism (there are many gods and spirits), and immanent divinity (divinity is within everyone—expressed by some as “Thou art God/dess”). Pagans value diversity, good works, living lightly on the
Earth, individual freedom, personal responsibility, and equality between men and women. Many (but not all)
magickal folk identify their spiritual practice as “Pagan.”
