Naturalistic Traditions: Exploring the Historical Roots of Naturalistic Paganism

Cypress Roots by Aheatwole

Were there Naturalistic Pagans in the ancient world? This is the central question of a new series of essays exploring the historical roots of naturalistic ways among Pagans. Many may assume that Naturalistic Pagans, who tend to be agnostics or atheists, are an exclusively modern phenomenon.  This series questions that assumption, probing various historical Pagan traditions for something resembling naturalism. The significance of this project goes beyond naturalism.  Indeed, it calls … [Read more...]