I'm strongly drawn to polytheism, the idea of many possible beings which could be called gods or goddesses - beings beyond the scope of human scientific understanding. I also enjoy symbology and ritual, and so I think there is something to be said for the reconstructionist approach (despite the fact we may never truly know if the reconstruction is accurate). On the other hand, I do not dogmatically follow or believe in any specific systematic religion or pantheon. I may sometimes describe myself as "pagan", if only to disassociate myself from monotheism. Perhaps the term is only useful for hinting at a broad range of related ideas and traditions. Most people have some idea what this refers to.
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