The physical world is not perfect, but it is incorrect to characterize it as bad, since it is an image of the divine.

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In the Neoplatonic "pagan catechism" called 'On the Gods and the World' from the 4th century, Sallustius defines the four virtues as Wisdom, Courage, Temperance, and Righteousness; and the four vices as Folly, Cowardice, Intemperance, and Unrighteousness.

The gods delight in the wise.

Homeric Hymn XV - To Heracles

An example of libation from The Aeneid.

Plato's argument for the existence of the soul and the underworld.

Remember: paganism is very much about practice.

While study and philosophy are very important, what is ultimately most important is devotion to our divinities.

We strongly encourage you to make prayer and ritual a part of your daily life!

Homeric Hymn to Asclepius

The timeless opening of Homer's Iliad.

Delphic Maxim

MEDITATION

Think about which God or Gods you most feel a connection to, and why. Do you find yourself drawn to one God more than others? Take some time to learn about the myths and worship of that God and incorporate what you learn into your daily practice. As you learn more about the deity, you will find that your prayers and rituals will become deeper and more meaningful.

AN HISTORICAL NOTE ON PAGAN PRAYER

The God or Gods should be invoked by name, and their functions and qualities should be described and praised. Following this is a statement of your (or the group’s) worthiness to receive the help or blessing of the God, whether that be due to your devotion, achievements in the God’s honor, or the God’s own desire to bestow blessings. Finally, your request to the God should be stated.

“Zeus, thou first of all,
That lead’st the way for all,
O Zeus, I send to thee
This first fruit of my songs.”

- Attributed to Terpander