Paganism: a Very Short Introduction

Name: Paganism: a Very Short Introduction
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ISBN: 9780199235162

ISBN-10: 0199235163

ISBN-13: 9780199235162

Edition: 2011

Authors: Owen Davies

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'Paganism' is an evocative word that, even today, conjures up deep-seated emotions and prejudices. Until recently, it was primarily a derogatory term used by Christians to describe the non-Christian cultures confronted and vanquished by their Churches. For some it evokes images of sacrifice and barbaric behaviour, while for others it symbolises a peace-loving, nature-worshipping spiritual relationship with the earth. This Very Short Introduction explores the meaning of paganism - through a chronological overview of the attitudes towards its practices and beliefs - from the ancient world through to the present day. Owen Davies largely looks at paganism through the eyes of the Christian…

Book details

Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 5/26/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 144
Size: 4.53" wide x 6.81" long x 0.38" tall
Weight: 0.286



List of illustrations


Introduction: defining paganism



The ancient world



Paganism in retreat



Gods in the North



Pagans across the oceans



Embracing the pagan past



Return of the old gods


References


Further reading


Index