In this course, we have learned about numerous religions, and when compared to Druidry, there are many similarities that really stand out. The Indigenous Peoples and the Druids both have a firm belief in honouring the spirits and ancestors, which played an important role in their religious practices. Both religions also have a very close, intimate connection to nature and believe it is their duty to protect it (Fisher & Rinehart, 2017, pp. 39 & 43). There are also ritual practices that Druidism shares with other religions such as Hinduism and Judaism. These ritual practices are a celebration of the seasons and offerings that are given to release the passing season and welcome the upcoming one (pp. 105 & 287-290). One last religious comparison with Druidry is Jainism. They both believe all lifeforms, no matter how small, have a right to live and should be respected (pp. 123-124). It is depressing to witness all the hatred and fighting going on in the world today, all in the name of religion. Peace only requires a small amount of time. Time to learn that there are possibly more similarities between religions than there are
In this course, we have learned about numerous religions, and when compared to Druidry, there are many similarities that really stand out. The Indigenous Peoples and the Druids both have a firm belief in honouring the spirits and ancestors, which played an important role in their religious practices. Both religions also have a very close, intimate connection to nature and believe it is their duty to protect it (Fisher & Rinehart, 2017, pp. 39 & 43). There are also ritual practices that Druidism shares with other religions such as Hinduism and Judaism. These ritual practices are a celebration of the seasons and offerings that are given to release the passing season and welcome the upcoming one (pp. 105 & 287-290). One last religious comparison with Druidry is Jainism. They both believe all lifeforms, no matter how small, have a right to live and should be respected (pp. 123-124). It is depressing to witness all the hatred and fighting going on in the world today, all in the name of religion. Peace only requires a small amount of time. Time to learn that there are possibly more similarities between religions than there are