Discuss in writing thoroughly, thoughtfully and in depth three (3) major points made in the reading material handouts.

Discuss in writing thoroughly, thoughtfully and in depth three (3) major points made in the reading material handouts. Your post should capture the key points of the handouts as well as your assessment and reaction.

2. What is the importance of myth?
3. Describe the role that myths play within modern western Paganism.
4. Graham Harvey writes, “While origins are interesting, they are rarely the most significant aspect of a religion’s formation, identity or character. The fruits of a tradition are found not in its roots but at the end of its many branches and current manifestations.” (“History, Sources and Influences,” p. 173). What is he referring to? Do you agree? If so, why? If not, why not?
5. According to Harvey, from what sources do modern Pagans draw their material for building their identities and creating their rituals? Explain.
6. What are the chief sources of authority for Paganism. Explain.
7. What is the most productive way to view myths? Explain.
8. Why does Ross Nichols argue that a renewal of nature myth is perhaps the most critical need of modern civilization? Do you agree? Why or why not? (Greer, p. 174)
9. What is the crucial difference between the myths of modern western Pagan spirituality and those of the mainstream monotheisms of the west?
10. How do people come to believe things?
11. What is the Wiccan Rede? How is it interpreted and applied?
12. What is the Three Fold Law? How does it work?
13. In the handout, there are four statements of ethics: The American Council of Witches Principles of Wiccan Belief, the Nine Noble Virtues of the Asatru and the Asatru Sixfold Goal, and Nine Touchstones of the Goddess. Which appealed to you most. Why? Which appeal to you least? Why?
14. You have some links to blogs regarding the Pagan view of abortion. Summarize the thoughts in these documents.
15. You have a link to a blog on Pagans and euthanasia. Summarize the points made in this.
16. How do Pagan ethics play out in everyday life: guiding life choices, giving strength, hope, perspective and meaning, and directing how Pagans interact with others?

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