Indo-Paganism
Posted: Sun Nov 09, 2014 8:42 am
My path is pretty eclectic and when asked I usually say just that..."eclectic". I have a blend of Shamanism, Hinduism, Tantra, Gypsy Magick, Kitchen Witch, etc. But a lot of my practice is influenced from Hinduism. Although I do not call myself a Hindu, I do borrow a LOT from that religion. In fact my main deities (Ganesh, Lakshmi and Durga) are Hindu gods and goddesses.
Over the years of study I came across this idea of Indo-Paganism and realize that its pretty much the path I'm on. I know others have a similar practice to mine and are not sure where they fit in.
I found this site recently called the Indo Pagan Project, and it has some great resources but seems to not be very active for the last few years. Here is what they say about Indo Paganism.
Ive actually created a blog to delve deeper into this path. http://www.gypsyinthelotus.wordpress.com
I'm interested in connected with others that may travel a similar path and this can be a place for us to share and learn from each other.
Over the years of study I came across this idea of Indo-Paganism and realize that its pretty much the path I'm on. I know others have a similar practice to mine and are not sure where they fit in.
I found this site recently called the Indo Pagan Project, and it has some great resources but seems to not be very active for the last few years. Here is what they say about Indo Paganism.
In some stories from the veda and in the history of hinduism and tantra there have been stories about mystics. Ive often wondered if they were indeed witches but never used that term. I believe Indo Paganmism is a blend of being a witch and borrowing from a Hindu path.Indo-Paganism is an umbrella-term which describes the path followed by an ever-increasing number of NeoPagans, who derive the majority of their spiritual inspiration from the Hinduism and other Indo-origin spiritual paths, such as Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. The term can also be extended to those of a Hindu or Indo-tradition background who choose to incorporate elements of NeoPaganism into their practice. Generally speaking, IndoPagans work primarily - if not exclusively - within the Hindu pantheon; although the extent to which they incorporate and observe traditional Hindu ritual and worship elements, including the usage of Sanskrit, varies widely. The exchange of energy and ideas is open between these paths, creating a richer tapestry of spirituality for us all.
Ive actually created a blog to delve deeper into this path. http://www.gypsyinthelotus.wordpress.com
I'm interested in connected with others that may travel a similar path and this can be a place for us to share and learn from each other.