Episode 79: Pagan, Heathen, Wiccan, Witch?

The Hearth and Hedge: A Podcast About Life, Books and Witchcraft

Have you ever struggled to describe your beliefs to yourself or to someone who asked? You would be surprised how many folx share this dilemma. In this episode I discuss the difference between a few terms used to describe spiritual practice in the modern world. I go over where the terms originated and how they are used today.

In this episode I reference the following articles:

What is Paganism?; https://www.paganfederation.org/what-is-paganism/ ; 9/17/2023

Paganism; https://www.britannica.com/topic/paganism ; 9/17/2023

Paganism is on the Rise: Here's where to Discover its Traditions; https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/where-to-go-to-explore-pagan-culture ; 9/17/2023

Asatru, Norse Pagan, or Heathen: Which One is Right for You? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7c8f0gaMJc ; 9/17/2023

Infographic: Wicca, Druidry, Paganism, Asatru, What are They? https://www.doc.wa.gov/docs/publications/infographics/100-PO047.htm ; 9/17/2023

Wiccans Keep the Faith with a Religion Under Wraps; https://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/16/us/16wiccan.html ; 9/17/2023

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Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren