Definition of Paganesm
Paganism, heathenism ( q. v.), so called as lingering among
the "pagani" or country people, after Christianity had taken root in the
large towns.
- Wikipedia
Pa"gan*ism (-&ibreve;z'm), n. [L.
paganismus: cf. F. paganisme. See Pagan, and cf.
Painim.] The state of being pagan; pagan characteristics;
esp., the worship of idols or false gods, or the system of religious
opinions and worship maintained by pagans; heathenism.
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
- Local religions practiced before the introduction of Christianity.
Recently converted societies often dealt harshly with signs of a return to paganism.
- A class of religions often associated with nature rituals.
While paganism is a broad term, most forms pay close attention to the lunar and solar cycles.
- The Nuttall Encyclopedia
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