Synopses & Reviews
Pagan Ways by Gwydion O'Hara is a complete introduction to the history, traditions, and practices of the Old Religion.
The many traditions of Paganism form one of the fastest-growing spiritual paths today. If you want to explore Paganism, this book is an ideal resource. If you think that Paganism might be a path for you, it explains what you need to know. If you are starting in a Pagan religion such as Wicca, Pagan Ways will fill out your knowledge of the Craft.
-Find out the truth about Paganism
-Discover how to get in touch with the subtle forces of nature
-Explore the role of the eight Pagan virtues: love, trust, balance, humility, learning, reincarnation, harmony, and tolerance
-Learn how to follow the Pagan calendar and keep the holidays
-Read how to build an altar
-Understand the tools used in magic
-Find out about the stages involved in becoming a Pagan Priestess or Priest
-Read about the history of Paganism, including the founders of the modern Craft movement
Pagan Ways will give you the understanding and insight to make a firm decision about whether Paganism is the right path for you. You'll even be able to participate in the meaningful rituals that beautifully blend ancient wisdom with modern insights included in this book.
If you are a Pagan at heart, or think you might be, you should get Pagan Ways.
Synopsis
Do you feel the spirituality in nature? Are you full of questions about mainstream religion? Do you long to engage in rituals that have meaning for you? Perhaps you are a Pagan at heart. Pagan Ways is your first step toward finding your personal spiritual truth. It is designed to offer enough understanding and insight to allow a fully thought out and firm decision as to whether or not Paganism is, indeed, the path for you. Explore the history of Paganism and the founders of the modern Craft movement. Learn how the Pagan God is found in the cycles of the seasons, how to get in touch with nature spirits, what celebrations are included in the Pagan calendar, the tools used for magick and worship, how to erect an altar, how to conduct a ritual, how the eight Pagan virtues fit into your life, and what the stages are to becoming a Priest or Priestess.
Synopsis
Do you feel the spirituality in nature? Do you long to engage in rituals that have meaning for you? Perhaps you are a Pagan at heart Pagan Ways is your first step toward finding your personal spiritual truth. It is designed to offer enough understanding and insight to allow a fully thought-out decision as to whether or not Paganism is, indeed, the right path for you.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 185-186) and index.