Studying Paganism - Ethnographic Research Paper - Need Community Feedback & Response

[Murdoque]

Hello All! I Am currently doing a long piece of research and i am in need of your help!

I am a student conducting a Ethnographic study on Contemporary Paganism in our world today and i am hoping to get valuable feedback from communities like this that i can put to use and learn from while finishing this piece of work.

Paganism has long been an interest of mine and i recently was tasked to create a Ethnographic The branch of anthropology that deals with the scientific description of specific human cultures. Survey covering the Pagan religion.:thup:

What i was looking for is answers to a couple of formulated questions, as well as any additions of your own that you think could assist me in my task.  Anything and Everything is Welcome! :

   

• When were you introduced to Paganism? (or a branch within)
• When did you realize your faith?
• How long have you praticed Paganism?
• How often do you practice your belief?
• Did you convert from another religion?
• What does the Pagan Belief system give you?
• What is the common response from those around you about your beliefs?
• Are you open about your religious beliefs with outs (even strangers)?
• If you weren't Pagan, what Religion or Belief system could you most relate to?
• Comments on how Pagans are commonly misconstrued in society?
• What are some of the rituals/ceremonies you engage in?

You can also, like mentioned above, add on any Q/A's that you think i might have overlooked.  Any feedback is good feedback ;)

Thanks and look forward to your response!

[Katefox]

...the Pagan religion...

What does the Pagan Belief system give you?

 
Others may correct me if I've gotten it wrong, but I think your survey is going to have a problem because there is no "the Pagan religion".  Paganism is an umbrella term for a whole slew of different religious practices and beliefs, and your questions approach Paganism like we all have the same basic tenets, or core beliefs (especially the question quoted).

[HeartShadow]

Thread Closed until the research guidelines are followed properly as per the OPs intro thread.