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Wed, March 5, 2008 - 7:01 AM
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Communication is a very important skill. Unfortunately, communication is at the root of many issues within the Hellenic religious community, when we attempt to discuss our religion with those from the greater Pagan community, and even when the greater Pagan community has discussions with itself. Words have meaning, and knowing the meaning of words is important to being able to discuss issues in a civilized manner, and being able to make your point. Of course, this is not a universal problem, ...
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Mon, February 18, 2008 - 8:50 AM
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When speaking about Hellenismos, it is said that Hellenismos has no absolute or strict doctrine. While our religion is identified by a basic theology and the use of and adherence to specific traditions, sacred texts, and mythology, personal theologies are acceptable. Hellenismos though, at the end of the day, is more a religion of abstract ideas and values, developed through both personal and communal experiences (emphasizing the qualitative value of the practical, emotional, insightful, and ...
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Fri, February 8, 2008 - 4:22 AM
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“Trust, but verify” was the United States’ mantra during the 1980s concerning the old Soviet Union and arms control. The principle is simple. Trust people are going to do what they say, but do not be so gullible to not verify that they are keeping their promise. This post issues a warning to those involved with so-called religious organizations to apply this standard. Any organization that asks you to donate money, time, or talent must be held accountable. We must trust, but we must also have...
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Mon, February 4, 2008 - 4:19 AM
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The performing of ritual sacrifice seems to be the most worrisome religious act for many who are new to Hellenismos. There is some fear involved in burning items as offerings to the Gods. Some misconceptions exist that the process is complicated or difficult. Among others, there is even an idea that the act of sacrifice is an out dated, antiquated method of worship that has no place in modern society or religions. In this post, I want to address the different forms of sacrifice, the different...
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Fri, February 1, 2008 - 3:59 AM
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So Many Words: An Inquiry into the Meaning of Words
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Communication is a very important skill. Unfortunately, communication is at the root of many issues within the Hellenic religious community, when we attempt to discuss our religion with those from the greater Pagan community, and even when the gre...
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Beyond Opinion: Orthopraxy and Personal Theologies
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When speaking about Hellenismos, it is said that Hellenismos has no absolute or strict doctrine. While our religion is identified by a basic theology and the use of and adherence to specific traditions, sacred texts, and mythology, personal theolo...
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Trust, but Verify: Schemes, Swindles, & Other Scams
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“Trust, but verify” was the United States’ mantra during the 1980s concerning the old Soviet Union and arms control. The principle is simple. Trust people are going to do what they say, but do not be so gullible to not verify that they are keeping...
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The Sacrifice: Ideology & Practice
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The performing of ritual sacrifice seems to be the most worrisome religious act for many who are new to Hellenismos. There is some fear involved in burning items as offerings to the Gods. Some misconceptions exist that the process is complicated o...
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