Alternative Religions Flashcards
Syncretic
A blend of religions.
Syncretic
A blend of religions.
Contemporary Paganism
General name for religious movemets that attempt to return to earlier, nature-based religions
Wicca
Manifestation of the Contemporary Pagan movement. Magic.
Who does Wicca worship
Both gods and goddesses. Some speak of multiple deities and some speak of one
Sabbats
Each year Wiccans celebrate the solar cycle by keeping seasonal turning points called sabbats
Solstices and equinoxes
Included in Sabbats
Esbats
Times of the full moon
Wiccan Rede
Primary commandment. “Counsel” “advice”. This is a rule of tolerance. Meaning humans can do whatever except harm humans
3 people important in Wicca
Gerald Garder, Alex Sanders, Doreen Valiente
Druidism
Recognize three paths of practice; bards, ovates and druids
Santeria, Voodoo, Candomble
Three religions of the Yoruba tradition
Contemporary Paganism
General name for religious movemets that attempt to return to earlier, nature-based religions
Wicca
Manifestation of the Contemporary Pagan movement. Magic.
Who does Wicca worship
Both gods and goddesses. Some speak of multiple deities and some speak of one
