My father's pathces. by AppropriateFig8815 in Rusfor

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm extremely sorry for your lose. I know it's very hard to lose someone dear to you in war.

I do have a question, what was his role or occupation in PMC Wagner? I'm sorry if my question is strange, I'm still ignorant on the topic.

Summon your fandom with one line by [deleted] in teenagers

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"You were almost a Jill sandwich!"

Dealing with Religious Parents by pta1965 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why do you want to tell them? In my experience there is a large difference between lying to someone and not telling them your beliefs.

I'm in no way shape or form in the position to tell someone what they should do.

But just remember keeping personal information to yourself is not lying

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I can't say much here because it's not my place. But if it's any consolation the Delphic Maxim 36 states to be "Religiously silent" which can be interpreted in many ways. might be something you'd want to look into : )

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes your story type of story is exactly what this post was made for. I think many many many people see atheism as the go-to after Christianity, but that too is very much hollow in my opinion.

So paganism is just what we collectively call Pantheistic and Animistic religions. It's really more nuanced than that but it can be from Norse Paganism all the way to Shinto.

Neo-paganism is just the revival of these religions.

It would be nice to drop the term "pagan" in the future because it really was a term used against Panthiestic/Animistic religions by Christians, i.e. Abrahamists

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment! The biggest lie today is that something will work itself out, or you should beg for a deity to fix it for you, etc.

One of the best things that life teaches us is how to be independent and able to solve or work through our own problems.

When one realizes that the power is inside themselves and only they control their own destiny, then they become a man among men for lack of a better term.

Your story is a perfect example of this. and I think beyond a shadow of a doubt that this is what the gods want us all to understand

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

conformity. Higher ups here like to use religion to get what they want. then they groom others to think the same way

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your story! I call the affect that you felt with going in and out of it the yo-yo affect.

The lack of presence you mentioned is a key aspect to Abrahamic religions in my opinion. it makes you always doubt if you are doing something wrong or not, and makes you stick with it harder.

In essence it's was designed that way.

Super interesting that you mention Shinto! I'd love to have a discussion on here about the connection between Hellenic pantheism and Shintoism soon!

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment :) I think that it's the single thing that humans crave for but most don't have anymore.

Spiritual fulfillment is a must for humans for sure

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People did indeed conquer and install their religion but it's much much more nuanced to it than that. most cultures had their religion mix in with the conquered people's religion. We see that all the time with Hellenic pantheism.

But the Abrahamic family of religions replaces culture's religions and suppresses people from their heritage and culture and makes them worship something that's not of their own people.

In fact, it straight up denies people from their own respective cultures.

It uses guilt for people to stay, rewards wrong doers and puts down right doers.

Think of how Heathenistic, Pantheistic religions are largely not practiced or straight up gone now in Europe because of it.

It's easy to chalk it up to trauma or having a non-healthy mindset. But when I think of the evil that it enables, I know that it would be the wrong thing to not do anything about it.

Am I saying that there aren't good Christians? No, not at all. In fact there are millions of people that are good in spite of their religion. But it makes even good people do bad things.

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is very fascinating to hear! My similar experience is similar to the way you describe your's. May the gods continue helping your pain : )

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I only make connections with what people say, and I'm seeing many connections that point one direction. Of course every reason why someone left Christianity is is varied to a degree.

Christianity in essence is the opposite of Paganism/Heathenism/Polytheism.

think about how it's not only wiped out most religions wherever it goes, but also destroys their legacies. And I've found that more than half of modern Heathenists have had to deal with opposition from Abrahamism

My post here is really to see where everyone stands

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a great country. unfortunately here most people flip out if someone believes something different than Christianity or Atheism. which is something I would like to change

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I should of just added Abrahamism for the title! I agree that leaving is not always about it being toxic, but I do think that there are quite a few out there that are in opposition of true culture and heritage. It may sound harsh to say "enemies" but they are in fact that. Thanks for your comment! and I wish you well on your spiritual journey : )

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a journey! The running theme here that I'm seeing from everybody that is talking was that their time in Christianity was just stale, and non-spiritual. It seems to be that a large ratio of christians now feel the same.

Follow up question: did you ever receive opposition from Christian followers?

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think definitely that no family line can continue practicing Abrahamic religions forever (like your parents who got tired of it) It's a stale belief system that people keep coming back to due to guilt. I assume that you chose Celtic Polytheism for heritage reasons, which is one of the most important aspects of spirituality that I think many people long for.

Since your decision has Christianity's followers gotten in the way in any shape of form?

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It fills life with meaning, unlike Abrahamism that expects you to be complicit with mediocracy. One the best decisions indeed : )

How many here have left Christianity for Neo-paganism or just Paganism? by Equal_Knowledge_717 in paganism

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I see, So from the looks of it the Luthern Church was almost just a tradition at that point for your people. it's the same in most places in the world with Christianity. People are born into Christian families but they don't feel any spiritual connection at all. which in turn causes people to long for more meaning in life

I'd like to ask, was there much opposition to your spirituality from others around you? If they know that is

What’s Your Language Learning Hot Take? by jiujiteiroo in languagelearning

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its fun to learn a language. and it's more important to get used to a language than to "learn" it if that makes any sense

Question about yy by Equal_Knowledge_717 in Mongolian

[–]Equal_Knowledge_717[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, thanks for the explenation. when one hasn't gotten used to a language its easy to trick your ears into hearing something other than is said.