There is "considerable disagreement as to the precise definition and proper usage" of the term "modern Paganism".[7] Even within the academic field of Pagan studies, there is no consensus regarding how contemporary Paganism can best be defined.[8] Most scholars describe modern Paganism as a broad array of different religions rather than a singular religion in itself.[9] The category of modern Paganism could be compared to the categories of Abrahamic religion and Dharmic religion in its structure.[10]
A second, less common definition found within Pagan studies – where it
has been promoted by the religious studies scholars Michael F. Strmiska
and Graham Harvey – characterises modern Paganism as a singular
religion, into which groups like Wicca, Druidry, and Heathenry fit as denominations.[11]
This perspective has been critiqued, given the lack of core
commonalities in issues such as theology, cosmology, ethics, afterlife,
holy days, or ritual practices within the Pagan movement.[11]
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contemporary pagans.
In some ways I think looking at this sort of other way people do Renaissance fairs might be useful. It is people that like stuff from a different period of Earth than their present one. How much people actually believe in all this is debatable and mostly it is like playing together in a way that gives people meaning to their lives. However, this also could describe all religions on earth too.
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