The Pluralism Project at Harvard describes contemporary Pagan traditions including Druidry, Wicca, Heathenry and several reconstructionist paths. The range is a useful reminder to ask which community or tradition a practice belongs to.

A symbol, calendar or devotional custom can have a particular context. Learning about one path does not mean that every Pagan shares its beliefs. Careful introductions name the tradition and leave room for practitioners to describe their own experience.

Your reflection

Choose one tradition you would like to understand better. Begin with an introductory source, then seek out the voices of people who practise it.

Further reading: Harvard Pluralism Project.

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