Wicca, the Apocalypse, and the Future of the Natural World

The nature-oriented religion Wicca is not normally associated with beliefs about the immanent destruction of the world; however, this ideology is important for many adherents of this tradition. This essay explores the manner by which apocalyptic millenarian beliefs are developed and propagated among...

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Main Author: Arthur, Shawn (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Equinox Publ. 2008
In: Journal for the study of religion, nature and culture
Year: 2008, Volume: 2, Issue: 2, Pages: 199-217
Further subjects:B Gaia
B apocalyptic millenarianism
B Wicca
B nature religions
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