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Hal_Jordan

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Hello! I just registered and wanted to introduce myself.
I am in my 30's, happily married and am confused about my beliefs. From 16 until 26 I was an evangelical born again Christian, and after a time I stopped believing (from 26 until 35); I can go into detail if anyone would like me too, but suffice to say, I was completely happy living as an atheist. Then, things that I cannot explain started happening, and I started seeking out other beliefs (I believe I had an experience that I attributed to 'God'), and thought that Pagan described me.

I feel very close to nature, animals, and the changing of the seasons. I can accept that we are part of this great cosmic energy that may even be harnessed and manipulated; but I stopped my pursuit after performing a few rituals because I felt silly.

So, here I am; is it possible to be a Pagan who is also an atheist? One that believes in the God/Goddess within? Not a real good way to introduce myself maybe, I can start a new thread if the mods want.

Hal_Jordan
 
Smoke

Smoke

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Hal_Jordan said:
So, here I am; is it possible to be a Pagan who is also an atheist? One that believes in the God/Goddess within? Not a real good way to introduce myself maybe, I can start a new thread if the mods want.
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Welcome.

I know there are Wiccans and Ásatrúar who see the gods as symbolic, and not as actual beings. Presumably there are other pagans who do, too. It would be an interesting thread; why don't you start it?
 
Linus

Linus

Well-Known Member
Welcome to the forum, Hal_Jordan. Green Lantern is one of my favorite super heroes of all time. I appreciate the reference. Happy posting!
 
michel

michel

Administrator Emeritus
Staff member
Hi Hal_Jordan,

Welcome to Religious Foum!

Please feel free to ask questions, if you have any. You might like to check out our article with links for our newer members; from there, there is also a link to the forum rules which you ought to look at.

Hope you like it here, and I look forward to seeing your posts.;)
 
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Hal_Jordan

Member
Linus - Yeah, I love the redemptive story of Hal Jordan as the Green Lantern. The newest 5 part comic is out (Rechanrged I think?), it started out strong but I'm having reservations.
 
mrscardero

mrscardero

Kal-El's Mama
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Please to meet you.
 
QTpi

QTpi

Mischevious One
Hi, Hal_Jordan. Welcome to Religious Forums. We're happy to have you with us and hope you enjoy your stay. :)

 
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