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== Pagans in the [[SCA]] == |
== Pagans in the [[SCA]] == |
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Many [[SCAdian]]s are pagans (some prefer the term '''Neo-Pagan''') in their [[mundane]] lives. Symbolism such as a pentacle (a mullet of five points within a circle), a moon-and-pentacle emblem, assorted goddess-imagery, or a '' |
Many [[SCAdian]]s are pagans (some prefer the term '''Neo-Pagan''') in their [[mundane]] lives. Symbolism such as a pentacle (a mullet of five points within a circle), a moon-and-pentacle emblem, assorted goddess-imagery, or a ''T |
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In SCA [[heraldry]], however, a pentacle is not a permitted heraldic device although it is [[period]]. Some Pagans resent this restriction, but it is comparable to a similar ban on the [[Cross Calvary]]. Remember, [[Religion In The SCA|overt religious displays of any variety are not allowed]], but whatever you do in your [[tent]] is your business. |
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== Your [[SCA]] [[Persona]] is a Pagan == |
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Owing to late [[Roman]] influence, Christianity was widespread throughout [[Europe]] and the [[Mediterranean]] before the [[medieval]] period. However, in more remote areas, such as [[Britain]] and [[Scandinavia]] it was either uncommon or had only thinly taken hold. |
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[[Norse]] personas, especially early in [[period]] would be pagan, as would [[German|Germanic]] ones. However, owing to Christian distrust of other religions, the social pressure from the ever-growing Christian community forced pagans to be regarded as the non-conformists. |
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Pagan personas are allowed in the [[SCA]], so long as one isn't over-the-top about it, and does a certain amount of [[research]] to support their persona. |
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Pagan can mean, variously, pre-christian (e.g. ancient Greek), or post-christian but unconverted (to any type of monotheistic religion), e.g. Viking pagan, Baltic pagan, etc.
The last great pagan kingdom in Europe was that of Lithuania, which began its rise under Gedmyn in 1316 or so. Lithuania remained a pagan Kingdom until about 1387, when Jagiello, King of both Poland and Lithuania converted to Catholicism.
Pagan does not mean Heretic, as that refers to a follower of Christianity who professes a doctrine different to that of the ruling church. Neither does it mean an Infidel such as a Muslim or a Jew.
Pagans in the SCA
Many SCAdians are pagans (some prefer the term Neo-Pagan) in their mundane lives. Symbolism such as a pentacle (a mullet of five points within a circle), a moon-and-pentacle emblem, assorted goddess-imagery, or a T
