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Is it appropriate to group indigenous regions in with paganism? (hexbear.net)

submitted 2 years ago by Ithorian@hexbear.net to c/indigenous@hexbear.net

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I know many indigenous religions are nature based, much like many pagan philosophies, and use rituals and magic, again paralleling paganism. I want to update the c/paganism side bar to be more welcoming and I would love to learn about various practices and beliefs of people who have been in touch with the land forever. Many European tribal religions are grouped with paganism however I have no clue how the rest of the worlds indigenous communities feel about being grouped the same way or discussing their beliefs with people walking other paths. I want to be welcoming and respectful so I would love some feedback.

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[–] nickwitha_k@lemmy.sdf.org 8 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

My understanding of the definition of paganism is that it basically originates as meaning "not Christian" so, I could see that making sense from that perspective.

[–] coeliacmccarthy@hexbear.net 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

paganism is fake

[–] Erika3sis@hexbear.net 5 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Would you like to expand on this?

[–] LeninWeave@hexbear.net 2 points 2 years ago

I assume he's referring to the original definition of "non-abrahamic religion", rather than the use by modern pagans to refer to their own beliefs.