The popularity of Pagan jewelry in recent years has extended beyond the community of Wiccans and modern Druids. There are many people, both young and old, who purchase these lovely pieces off the internet. While most people who practice these ancient religions are not offended by this, it is probably a good idea to know something about the piece that is being purchased.
Say a person classifies themselves as a recovering Catholic. They might not want to wear a pendant of the Celtic Goddess Brighid, since the Catholic church canonized her as St. Brigid, guardian of a sacred flame. In addition, because of the the association with fire not only as a Saint, but in her ancient Celtic guise, a person with an already fiery personality might want to avoid wearing such a charm.
Frankly, for many who wish to avoid associations with Catholicism, it might be quite embarrassing for them to realize they are wearing one who is not only a Celtic Goddess, but a Catholic saint as well. For anyone asking about the piece, a familiarity with the Goddess allows the wearer to answer these queries with a degree of competence. Otherwise, one can come across as foolish.
Not all pendants relate to a Goddess, however. There are many ancient Gods with their own specific energies and associations. Pan is probably the best known, although his relationship to male virility and fertility is not always known. Those interested in the stronger aspects of the God energies might go for Norse deities.
There are very many pieces that do not carry specific symbols, however. Many Pagans specialize in creating adornments which contain various semi-precious stones, and they often infuse these pieces of art with their own energies for healing or positive energy. When choosing a stone, it is recommended that you talk to the artisan about what went into it.
It is not uncommon for young people to wear symbols such as the Pentacle or the triple Goddess Celtic knot. The Pentacle in particular is a symbol which, when worn by mundane people, can potentially offend a Wiccan. The fact is, this particular symbol has been associated with devil worship to such an extent that most Wiccans will not openly display it in public.
Ask any good Wiccan about the symbolism of the Pentacle, and they will tell you right away that it has nothing to do with any devil. Evil, from their perspective, exists to maintain balance in the universe. They do not believe in any ultimate boogeyman who causes people to do bad things. In fact, personal responsibility for their actions is a focal aspect of their beliefs, and they are offended at even the idea that some devil makes them do anything.
In summary, modern practitioners of these ancient paths are not offended when laymen wear Pagan jewelry, but they do wish the wearer educate themselves on the significance of their adornments. This provides an opportunity for growth and learning. Not only is the wearer further educated, but so is anyone who happens to ask them about their very interesting necklace.
Say a person classifies themselves as a recovering Catholic. They might not want to wear a pendant of the Celtic Goddess Brighid, since the Catholic church canonized her as St. Brigid, guardian of a sacred flame. In addition, because of the the association with fire not only as a Saint, but in her ancient Celtic guise, a person with an already fiery personality might want to avoid wearing such a charm.
Frankly, for many who wish to avoid associations with Catholicism, it might be quite embarrassing for them to realize they are wearing one who is not only a Celtic Goddess, but a Catholic saint as well. For anyone asking about the piece, a familiarity with the Goddess allows the wearer to answer these queries with a degree of competence. Otherwise, one can come across as foolish.
Not all pendants relate to a Goddess, however. There are many ancient Gods with their own specific energies and associations. Pan is probably the best known, although his relationship to male virility and fertility is not always known. Those interested in the stronger aspects of the God energies might go for Norse deities.
There are very many pieces that do not carry specific symbols, however. Many Pagans specialize in creating adornments which contain various semi-precious stones, and they often infuse these pieces of art with their own energies for healing or positive energy. When choosing a stone, it is recommended that you talk to the artisan about what went into it.
It is not uncommon for young people to wear symbols such as the Pentacle or the triple Goddess Celtic knot. The Pentacle in particular is a symbol which, when worn by mundane people, can potentially offend a Wiccan. The fact is, this particular symbol has been associated with devil worship to such an extent that most Wiccans will not openly display it in public.
Ask any good Wiccan about the symbolism of the Pentacle, and they will tell you right away that it has nothing to do with any devil. Evil, from their perspective, exists to maintain balance in the universe. They do not believe in any ultimate boogeyman who causes people to do bad things. In fact, personal responsibility for their actions is a focal aspect of their beliefs, and they are offended at even the idea that some devil makes them do anything.
In summary, modern practitioners of these ancient paths are not offended when laymen wear Pagan jewelry, but they do wish the wearer educate themselves on the significance of their adornments. This provides an opportunity for growth and learning. Not only is the wearer further educated, but so is anyone who happens to ask them about their very interesting necklace.
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