Polytheism

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Polytheism

Postby suntree » 20 Sep 2010, 10:01

As a polytheist I am interested in finding out how many members would classify themselves as such. I am also interested in which pantheons members identify with and what members think of combining pantheons.

I personally view all gods as individual entities and just like many of our ancestors I have no problem with including gods from many pantheons in my beliefs even though I identify and work with the Welsh pantheon.

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Re: Polytheism

Postby Lailoken » 20 Sep 2010, 15:36

I work pretty much exclusively with the Welsh pantheon, viewing each deity as a separate an distinct individual. I rarely go outside that pantheon, but when I do I don't mix pantheons in the same ritual or working. Since childhood I've always had a fascination with ancient Egypt, so at times I've experimented with blending Kemeticism and Druidry, but other than that, I really don't feel the need to look outside the Welsh pantheon.
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Re: Polytheism

Postby wolf560 » 21 Sep 2010, 18:46

Yes, a Polytheist here.

I feel that all the Deities exist equally, and that it our mortal views that give names and other associations to these beings of light and knowledge.

To name the Deity is and think it is only that one name limits its power overall. I believe our Deities are endless in power, availability, and scope.

So yes, Quetzcoatl, Thor, and Vishnu may in fact be the very same Deity (please do not hold me to this association of names, I used three completely at random).

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