Join us on Tuesday 24 March as we explore the subjects of Paganism, Druidry, Witchcraft and Shamanism with Dr Suzanne Owen and Angela Puca.
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What’s happening?
The session will include a short presentation looking at different Pagan groups in the UK, the ritual year, the Wiccan Rede and other key Pagan beliefs and practices. This will be followed up with a Q+A based on queries that may arise from the presentation and recommended resources to find out more.
We will take in questions anonymously from the audience, so come prepared with a few or write them down on the post-it notes we will provide as we go along. These questions will also help us prepare topics for a volume we are editing entitled Pagan Religions in Five Minutes (Equinox Publishing).
This event is a great opportunity for those inclined to explore this topic from an academic discourse point of view with leading experts. Please be mindful that this event is based on the concept of ‘discussion, not debate’ and is intended to provide a greater understanding of the topics and the significance within the region.
When?
This event has been cancelled due to the current climate.
Tuesday 24 March
1.30 – 3.00pm
Where?
Leeds Trinity University, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5HD (AG100)
How can I book?
To register your interest in attending this event or to find out more, please email Dr Suzanne Owen. If you are unable to email beforehand, guests are still welcome to attend on the day.
Further Information:
Pagan Religions in Five Minutes provides an accessible set of essays on questions relating to Pagan identities and practices, both historically and in contemporary societies. As well as informative essays on different Pagan groups, such as Druidry, Wicca, Heathenry and others, the book includes answers to a range of questions such as:
- How many Pagans are there?
- What do Pagans believe?
- Is Paganism a real religion or is it just made-up?
- Is Satanism a type of paganism?
- Do all Pagans celebrate the solstices?
- Why is it written “Pagan” and other times “pagan”?
- Do they have sacred texts?
- Is Druidry the indigenous religion of Europe?
- What does the pentagram symbol mean?
- Can women be priests?
- Are Pagans anti-Christian?
The book also covers issues with terminology, including the labelling of ancient, non-Western and indigenous groups as ‘pagan’; common assumptions and misconceptions about Pagans, and more.
Each essay is by a leading scholar in the field offering clear and concise answers along with suggestions for further reading. The book is ideal for both the curious and as an entry book for classroom use and studying Paganism.