moss wrote:
I'm on Branwen's side ;) the figures for pagans is impressive, both here and abroad, perhaps they should organise themselves;
As for Druids, Stonehenge has a long and honourable tradition with Druidism over the centuries starting with Stukeley - belief belongs to the individual...
Now for Arthur as king; the whole ethos of Stonehenge in the last century had a colourful history, in many ways Stonehenge represents the anarchy of that age, I think its to do with people wanting to be different, the Glastonbury festival was spawned for one. The need for fun and playfulness and festivals seems to slip by a lot of people..
Does anyone remember the King of Hay-on-Wye he ruled his kingdom of books with an iron fist ;)
Hi Moss,As for Druids, Stonehenge has a long and honourable tradition with Druidism over the centuries starting with Stukeley - belief belongs to the individual...
Now for Arthur as king; the whole ethos of Stonehenge in the last century had a colourful history, in many ways Stonehenge represents the anarchy of that age, I think its to do with people wanting to be different, the Glastonbury festival was spawned for one. The need for fun and playfulness and festivals seems to slip by a lot of people..
Does anyone remember the King of Hay-on-Wye he ruled his kingdom of books with an iron fist ;)
Yes I remember the King of Hay-on-Wye, didn't he drive around in a tank - a real eccentric.
I agree that 'belief belongs to the individual' - if only I could make up my mind (I am a true Gemini). I always love the land and sky first and foremost so perhaps I am a pagan, though don't do the goddess/gods thing.
Some days I am a total atheist though have to admit they are not good days.
Some days I am a Quaker and believe in silence, World Peace, and that 'god is within us all'.
Going back to the census which I understand we are compelled by law to complete, everyone will do what is right for them - I personally would choose to leave that bit blank.
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tj
