A Book of Pagan Prayer

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Some people may argue that prayer is a waste of time -- after all, if the gods are so divine, don't they already know what we need and want? You don’t have to do every single one every day, pick and choose a few that will fit into your schedule.

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Blessed be is used as a standard way of greeting each other among Neopagans and also used as a general expression of blessing during ritual. Druids do not believe in an afterlife per se, but they do believe that the soul is immortal and departs to the Otherworld – sometimes known as Tir Na n’Og, or the Land of the Eternal Youth – upon the death of the body, before dying again and reincarnating in another body. Secular buildings may be used if necessary, but other religious venues are generally seen as inappropriate. When it comes to what to wear, how to pay your respects and what to bring, these are things that are worth checking with the organisers first.Whatever your spiritual tribe and no matter what prayer means to you – communion with the Divine, a meditative practice, or ritual devotion – in these books you will find memorable, beautiful pieces to use in your personal practice or with your community. It is often conflated with witchcraft, though not all Pagans consider themselves witches, nor do all witches consider themselves Pagan. If you're planting a garden this year, you may already have plants in the ground by the time Litha rolls around. Because of its proximity to the Fourth of July, some people use this time of year to offer prayers for freedom, independence, and unity. Written by her mother, it is a wonderful and inspirational message that I would love to share to you.

Prayers - The Pagan Journey

To Pagans the finest places of worship are those not built by human hands - as well as at stone circles, in parks, and private homes and gardens. Note: Alfred uses 'Amen' at the end of his prayers that he submitted as a way to reaffirm his faith. As Paganism is a very diverse religion with many distinct though related traditions, the forms of Pagan worship vary widely. Not all pagan religions and traditions have the kind of spiritual authority that one would expect to preside over a funeral, but some do.If you're a container gardener, that's okay, place your hands around each pot as you say this prayer to bless your flowers, fruit, and vegetables! They also require more concentration, which will help you focus on the deity or spirit to whom you’re praying. This Sabbat is about new life, fire, passion and rebirth, so there are all kinds of creative ways you can set up for the season. A prayer known as the Gorsedd Prayer (Gweddi’r Orsedd) by Iolo Morganwg is a staple reading for many Druidic rites.

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And contemplation was when you listened to God, basked in the presence of the divine, knew that you were safe and protected by a power greater than yourself that never slept and never got distracted. Keep a record of your spiritual journey, traditions, and thoughts by writing them down in a spiritual journal or Book of Shadows.That being said, the usual etiquette also applies – be respectful, arrive early, wait to be seated, turn off your phone, avoid platitudes and don’t eat or drink unless it is provided or offered by the main funeral party.