@@TheWisdomOfOdinno offense but you could've Googled the YSEE or Labrys they're extremely prominent and your on Facebook and Instagram well so are they...they even have temples/shrines
@TheWisdomOfOdin no offense but you could've Googled the YSEE or Labrys they're extremely prominent and your on Facebook and Instagram well so are they...they even have temples/shrines
Ηello, greetings from greece. Sorry to disappoint you, but here is the difference; your ancestors never forgot hinduism so you are contnuing true hinduism as your ancestors tought you. On the contrary, in greece the twelve gods died out 1000 years ago because nobody believed in them. The rituals were completely forgotten. The modern people that call themselves polytheists come from ancestors who have been christians for ages and don't remember anything of the old religion. They just reproduce what they see in movies and read in books.
You Indians have saved the reputation of Hellenism. Back some years, the Christian Orthodox Church wanted to turn Parthenon on Akropolis into a christian church. Indians from London England revolted and they shut down their hybris. Recently the Indian England's PM Sunac, refused to see the pseudogreek PM, Mitsotakes, to talk about the Parthenon marbles. Greece is a dominant christian state which supress indigenous, and speculate on our heritage. With love from Helllas.
@@alexandrosaiakides4539 Wow I didn't know that. We in India have an ancient connection to greek religion and philosophy. Since ancient Greeks and Indians had trade relations, many of our philosophies have travelled between our civilizations. In all our scriptures, Greeks are referred to as "Yavana" (pronounced Yuh-vuh-nuh). Many of our astrological texts are ascribed to ancient Greek scholars. And most interesting of all. When Alexander came to India, he is recorded to have visited a Krishna temple in Takshashila (Modern Pakistan) and after knowing about Krishna he is said to have identified Krishna as the Indian equivalent to Hercules (as far as I remember). And his army used to carry an Image of Krishna in front while marching to show solidarity. It is quite common in India to draw parallels between our gods and Greek gods to students when we study greek history in schools.
I am a hellenic polytheist in Athens and I loved this video! There are some organisations but community is hard to find because our numbers are small and when you don't know who is of the same religion you don't know how to support the community. It is difficult to find like-minded people especially the younger generation to perform rituals and honor the gods. But it's not just the ritual part. A community is far more than one dimension. We don't have common spaces, we don't have some kind of hellenic portal, where we can find businesses for example to support, organise events of not just religious nature etc. Thank you for this video!
The main organizations in Greece for Hellenism have over 2000 members that was in a 2005 poll/census, but maybe as much as 100,000 so your community isn't small.Look up the YSEE and Labrys
@@TonyJack74 Thanks for the information. I swear, that I have the right and liberty to believe in more than one god and goddesses, no matter how many monotheists I am surrounded by will try to correct me, while they can.
@sianefer-ptah1258 oh nice! I live closer to the Galatsi area which is about 20 minutes by metro I think from the center, I'd love to meet more fellow polytheists :)
A lot of Temples and sacred places were destroyed and churches were built on top of them. A lot of lore and ancient knowledge was lost. Some ancient traditions were preserved due to the fact that Christianity incorporated them so it could spread easier throughout Greece. That's why you see a lot of people here practising pagan traditions without them knowing. Norse, greek, slavic and all kinds or paganism in europe have the same core beliefs and are extremely similar. Also admitting that you practise paganism is a big no no. Can't wait for the next video!
I still feel kind of bad for these sacred places being destroyed by this annoying global rule of Christianity that I just can’t stand. I mean, I think Greece is a lot more better as a polytheistic nation than a monotheistic one, it’s made the people look kind of ridiculous. 🤔
Wow, this video touched home. As a Greek and even though raised in Catholicism, I was taught early in childhood about the Greek Gods and to respect them because it's our heritage so Tragoe was quite right about how the people there perceive religion. I was definitely influenced by paganism early in life which is probably why Odin tapped me on the shoulder and put me on this path. Thank you for this wonderful video.
That's right, Deborah. Greeks are taught about the old gods from an early age, but just as an artefact of the past - not as something that's still alive today. Sadly.
Jacob, What a magnificent, inspiring video about polytheism in contemporary Hellas! As an Hellenistic polytheist in the US this video was for me a gift from the Gods, because you explore the breadth of polytheism and show that these ancient pagan religions were and are paths to self-knowledge and to opening up to other cultures, spiritualities, and life-ways! The ancient Greeks opened minds and hearts to knowledge, giving us philosophy and science and love of nature. Thank you for a wonderful lecture and may Odin continue to guide you on your path.
I am not sure if this is still the case for other greeks but my People (Pontian greeks), have this tradition of honoring the death of someone close for 40 days (not being allowed to shave and other things) and we have a table in honor of the 40 days after their death with all their favourite foods. That comes from ancient Greece because they said that it took 40 days for a stick to reach Tartarus if you throw it from the surface of the earth
My roots are from Ikaria and Pontic as well and we have always been taught the 40 days is connected to the Bible with 40 being an important number like 40 days of fasting by Jesus. We’re supposed to wear black and not bake desserts either as it will show that you are celebrating and tempt “death” to come back and take another. I always knew the personification of death was totally Ancient Greek religion. Fascinating stuff I want to read so much more about the actual beliefs of the Ancient Greek polytheistic religion morals wise etc
We also hold a meal in the memory after 40 days in Eastern Europe, didnt know that's pagan thing tho... 😮 thought it had to do w the 40 days/years thing that appears in the Bible... the wandering in the dessert for 40 years of the Israelites, as well as Jesus' fasting for 40 days b4 being tempted by the devil & starting his ministry...
My parents are from the northern mountains in Greece so it’s nice to see you visiting one of the islands. My parents are Greek Orthodox but I was raised with lots of folk healing as well as my mother taught me dream interpretation & we were taught about the gods. So my roots have always been deep rooted paganism with a smatter of religion which was interesting.
I am not Greek however I follow and worship the Greek gods I’m sure you could as well I believe many people in Ancient Greece who weren’t Greek still worshiped the Greek gods
This is by far one of my favorite videos you’ve done so far. I 100% agree that as followers of this faith and as followers of Odin it’s important to learn as much as you can from other cultures and belief systems. I would love to see more videos exploring paganism/polytheism from around the world, because at the end of the day we all have similar goals to honor the old ways and our ancestors and we have so much to learn from one another. Keep up the good work, Jacob. Hail Odin.
I consider myself an Anamist. However, one of my favorite things about your videos and other practicing pagans is that we see commonality in one another. We all have the want to share and learn folklore and traditions even when it is not our own. My favorite video yet. Loved the addition of interview of someone with knowledge with a different pagan knowledge.
I was waiting for this video. Firstly I hope you had a nice time in Greece and you got to taste some greek food! Secondly, thank you for bringing some awareness to greek paganism. Greek pagans have been trying for years to get official recognision from the state without success unfortunately.
@@Tragoe Greek state and the church are not separate in Greece so it is very hard to get recognition for pagan/old religions. Like stated in the video it is considered that you are a devil worshiper. Funny thing though we are still using Zeus's name in many sentences, good and bad. 😂 We still hold "pagan" rituals like banishing the evil eye, and still honour the sea and the mountains. We have a pagan story for every hill, nook and rock. Even the prayers that people use to wish good health or good luck usually have pagan origins.
@@vivianscircle I'd like to know more about the 'official recognition' part you mentioned, if you have information to share. Where can I find more about this?
It's great to see you exploring paganism in other cultures, very fascinating stuff. I'm of the belief that pagans across the world worshipped a lot of the same deities but with different names. For instance, I think Thor and Zeus are one in the same, along with Freyja and Aphrodite, etc.
I really like the way things are turning out on your channel, Jacob. You are on an intersting path and I hope you will put some light there, where the christian campaign brought over the centuries lies and darkness.
Love the music greeks are very religious and superstitious so I guess that they are a blend of Christian orthodox but have deep seated pagan beliefs and rituals too I grew up Greek Orthodox but always felt strongly towards paganism best wishes to all from Australia
As a eastern european im considering it ❤. I heard from some other fellow pagans from usa that u shouldnt be watched cs u present not so true infos at times but im free to do it & do my own judgments.. i appreciate u actually travel through those places & talk from there, it def talks some authenticity... ❤ thanks a lot... i appreciate you.. please be a honest kind guy as i think u are, beyond what others talk... n be sincere, nobody s perfect Also, Heil Odin... deep appreciation to Asatru, as well as other traditions.. they are great cultures❤ grateful for you... P.s.: tho my matron Godess i chose is Brigid, cs she inspires me...
10:30 - reminds me of our Romanian old traditions held around Xmass Eve n such, going from house to house, either w the goat play, bear or whichever might be, based on the region... n also w wishes for the newcoming year
Some traditions say Odin is Hermes/Mercury and Thoth, he traveled the world teaching and learning about different peoples. The Corpus Hermeticum teaches more about this if you haven’t read it.
Jacob, I know you do a lot on European paganism. However, have you ever done anything on paganism in Asia such as Japan, Korea, Laos, Cambodia, or even somewhere like China?
Is the same in Italy especially where I come from in Sardinia. All Catholic traditions are actually very pagan. We had letters from the pope in the 1700' sending people to try eliminate pagan customs. Herbal medicine is still strong and so many much as Imbolc and Beltane festivals, all with Catholic names and Saint linked to them. But yeah if you ask no one is pagan, the stigma is strong especially the one from organized religions regardless of which one.
the awesome thing about hellenic religion is that if these folks took any dictionary on myth and rites and festivities - for every holiday there were many rites, and for those there was a festival, processions (people would walk in line for example with phalic shaped breads), athetic games, fair food to be eaten like focaccia breads, dancing - they would find out there are probably more than 500 ceremonies and festivities to do every year which took places in all of Hellas (old name for all thatg's Greece), if you take ALL the gods. So the funny thing is that most Greek individuals even then "probably" used to worship only one god, depending on what god was needed or liked the most in that town/region they lived in, and ofc their life choices/careers, even though ofc the bigger cities like Athens (main divinity Athena ofc!) held other deities. For example Ephesus, or Crete, was absolutely ruled by the goddess, Artemis, being the site of the biggest temple, or Artemision. So mythology compendiates all gods, but adoration is a people's thing, and ppl can manage to "love" and adore one god during their lives. Infact, even tho if they attacked Ephesus the natural thing would be to pray to Athena, why would they, since Artemis is the main divinity? That's why some attributed warlike qualities to Artemis too, enhancing, updating her identity, making her more universal! Only difference is they knew one religion comprised many gods. Or did they? I mean what's the difference between saying many gods is one religion, and each of those is one religion?
Awesome video. I'm considering taking a one man holiday to Thessaloniki this summer, Any suggestions for things to do for a man with no knowledge of the Greek language but a burning passion for history, art, and hiking?
Stay near the White Tower in the bay. That is the main tourist area. Its safe, most people speak English and there is plenty to do. And its within walking distance of all the museums, train station, and boat tours. Walking up to the Acropolis was fun, but its like a 30 minute walk to the top of the hill, stunning views though. Id recommend staying out of the non-touristy sides. I never felt unsafe, but there were clear signs of heroine use everywhere, and I was approached by some less than favorable people. Overall its very safe, just watch out for your normal scammers, if you don't look greek, they will target you quick. I had a Nigerian man sprint crossed the street to try to scam me. But it happens to everyone with street performers. When I was out with the other greeks they still came up, played music and asked for money. Nothing that I haven't see before but if you are not used to it can be awkward. I found the majority of people to be very friendly if you get in a good conversation. Buying drinks/meals of others is a great way to make friends (and its cheap to do so).
Rome has the same issue with the subway line lol. As a tourist I loved seeing all the things they've been discovering but locals are pretty angry about only having 2 subway lines
The ancient archetypes come from Egypt as I understand. The heirophants spread across the world and taught different regions about the archetypes and the stars. These developed into their own forms such as Vedic and Hellenistic astrology, and others. I believe all religions come from what was the melting pot of ancient Egypt.
It's true that the word "pagan" makes one think of heathens , heretics or something "not good and pure". I follow the Elusinian Mysteries in my own private way b/c it was actually around for 2,000 yrs until 392 A.D. when Theodosius edicted Roman Christianity as the official religion of the Roman world. I don't see a problem with practicing both beliefs. After all, a lot of Christian rituals come from the practice of ancient traditions.
Jacob = 'Ἰακώβ. My good friend, we are the heirs of our stolen traditions of Europe. Your first name is Jewish, and that reveals the persistent long time of suppression of the Christian authorities in Europe since 320 over us the indigenous. When you loose your name you loose the roots of your ethnic identity. We, here in Greece, the movement of the UNITED CITIES OF HELLENES, (UCH DED), have been striving to put one representative on the European Union Parliament and achieve our recognition as the true traditional heir to our country. Odin, is none other than Zeus, like Thor is. The Roman Takitos, tells stories of the Germans and their worship of Athena, Herakles, Ares. My 26 years old nephew, Leukippos ( Λεύκιππος) he tatooted his arm with the face of Odin - Zeus. This inside motivation reveals, again, that traditional Europe was interconnected in religion threads homogeneticaly. Celts met with Alexander in Romania (Dacia),, and he asked them to join him to the Asian campaign. They refused, and Alexander considered them as braggarts. Imagine Celts being part of that legendary campaign what prestige Scotland and Irish might have had achieved in the classrooms? You can unite the traditional indigenous of Europe thru the exposed work you do travelling around the world. The east hemesphere, fought the Christians when they came to subjucate them, Indians, and Chinese. They are our true supporters for our own freedom. We are at your disposal. Alexandros.
Why are the people of Hellas referred to as "Greeks," when there is no such thing? The people of that part of the world are known as Helliness, the country is officially known as Hellas, legally, embassies are Hellenic, passports denote as Hellas and in the United Nations as Hellas and the people acknowledge each other Hellinass/Hellinida; so why the deliberate persistence of the use of Greeks and Greece? Does this have something to do with the “Greek Orthodox Churches' deliberate attempt to suppress this identity with the ancient religion of Hellenism (Ἑλληνισμός)? Following this, if the Parthenon, the temple of Poseidon and most of the world-renowned heritages in Hellas, are in fact, temples of worship for the indigenous religion of Hellenism, are people permitted to officially worship there and hold religious ceremonies; if not, why not? “Those who fear life worship imaginary God(s) of others; those who love life, imagine?
They're referred as Greeks because it comes from Latin...graecus, which is the word that has let say spread the most to all languages. In Spanish we call them griegos, from graecus, and Grecia which comes from Graecia (like for example Magna Graecia) but we call Grecia as well sometimes El pais heleno, o los helenos o la cultura helena o helénica (not often). That's the way it is with languages, nothing wrong.
Hello, if you want to really know greece you should see an orthodox liturgy (direct descendant of the ancient greek theatre) or see a tama (direct descendant of ancient greek offerings to god Asklepios). there are no real polytheists in Greece, just people pretending to be. True polytheism died out 1000 years ago.
Greece under Paganism: One of the greatest civilizations formed by some of the greatest minds & greatest leaders of all time! Greece under Christianity: Just a tourist attraction.
@@Mr.Atari2600well the Greeks had a great Christian civilization during the Byzantine period but unfortunately they didn't get the jump on gunpowder like the Turks did in 1453
@@solesurvivor7989 Technically that's the Eastern Roman Empire. Even though they later began speaking Greek, they still referred to themselves as "True Roman" & ran under Roman Law.
@@solesurvivor7989 Great? they lost all their lands, lost most of their wars, backstabbed each other all the time and got ravaged by their own christian brothers.
Why Today's Christianity Not Early Christianity? Because Romans Syncretized Christianity And Paganism, And Why Catholics Believe Idols? Tanakh Says: "You Are Not Believe Idols, Not Pray To Idols, Not Building To Idols In Earth,Sky And Seas" And Christianity Not Believe Old Testament Because Christianity Is A False Teach.
Thanks for including me in this video series Jacob! Looking forward to showing the world what we've created.
Thank you for helping throw it all together, the hospitality and the friendship 🍻
I really enjoyed your interview! Greetings from a Greek living in the Netherlands xx
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@@TheWisdomOfOdinno offense but you could've Googled the YSEE or Labrys they're extremely prominent and your on Facebook and Instagram well so are they...they even have temples/shrines
@TheWisdomOfOdin no offense but you could've Googled the YSEE or Labrys they're extremely prominent and your on Facebook and Instagram well so are they...they even have temples/shrines
As a Hindu from India, I feeling Happy to see Rebirths of old Ancient Cultures🕉️☸️☮️🔯🌄💐🌱🌹🥀🍁🔥
As a Hellenist I love the traditions of ur nations May our gods bless yours!❤❤❤
Ηello, greetings from greece. Sorry to disappoint you, but here is the difference; your ancestors never forgot hinduism so you are contnuing true hinduism as your ancestors tought you. On the contrary, in greece the twelve gods died out 1000 years ago because nobody believed in them. The rituals were completely forgotten. The modern people that call themselves polytheists come from ancestors who have been christians for ages and don't remember anything of the old religion. They just reproduce what they see in movies and read in books.
You Indians have saved the reputation of Hellenism. Back some years, the Christian Orthodox Church wanted to turn Parthenon on Akropolis into a christian church. Indians from London England revolted and they shut down their hybris. Recently the Indian England's PM Sunac, refused to see the pseudogreek PM, Mitsotakes, to talk about the Parthenon marbles. Greece is a dominant christian state which supress indigenous, and speculate on our heritage. With love from Helllas.
@@alexandrosaiakides4539 Wow I didn't know that. We in India have an ancient connection to greek religion and philosophy. Since ancient Greeks and Indians had trade relations, many of our philosophies have travelled between our civilizations. In all our scriptures, Greeks are referred to as "Yavana" (pronounced Yuh-vuh-nuh). Many of our astrological texts are ascribed to ancient Greek scholars.
And most interesting of all. When Alexander came to India, he is recorded to have visited a Krishna temple in Takshashila (Modern Pakistan) and after knowing about Krishna he is said to have identified Krishna as the Indian equivalent to Hercules (as far as I remember). And his army used to carry an Image of Krishna in front while marching to show solidarity.
It is quite common in India to draw parallels between our gods and Greek gods to students when we study greek history in schools.
Hellenic gods are actually Greek versions of Hindu gods so they can't bless themselves, right? There are equivalent gods in hinduism@@Vella_Attika
I am a hellenic polytheist in Athens and I loved this video! There are some organisations but community is hard to find because our numbers are small and when you don't know who is of the same religion you don't know how to support the community. It is difficult to find like-minded people especially the younger generation to perform rituals and honor the gods. But it's not just the ritual part. A community is far more than one dimension. We don't have common spaces, we don't have some kind of hellenic portal, where we can find businesses for example to support, organise events of not just religious nature etc. Thank you for this video!
This has to change my friend
I have a thing for polytheism, it really has influenced me, especially Greece.
The main organizations in Greece for Hellenism have over 2000 members that was in a 2005 poll/census, but maybe as much as 100,000 so your community isn't small.Look up the YSEE and Labrys
@@TonyJack74 Thanks for the information. I swear, that I have the right and liberty to believe in more than one god and goddesses, no matter how many monotheists I am surrounded by will try to correct me, while they can.
@sianefer-ptah1258 oh nice! I live closer to the Galatsi area which is about 20 minutes by metro I think from the center, I'd love to meet more fellow polytheists :)
Reminded me of Havamal 18:
"Only a man,
who is wide-traveled
and has wandered far
can know something
about how other men think.
Such a man is wise."
A lot of Temples and sacred places were destroyed and churches were built on top of them. A lot of lore and ancient knowledge was lost. Some ancient traditions were preserved due to the fact that Christianity incorporated them so it could spread easier throughout Greece. That's why you see a lot of people here practising pagan traditions without them knowing. Norse, greek, slavic and all kinds or paganism in europe have the same core beliefs and are extremely similar. Also admitting that you practise paganism is a big no no. Can't wait for the next video!
True that. Paul was the one who largely converted the Ancient Greeks into Christianity.
@@Tragoe What a trap THAT was!
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Religion is just a tool always has been
I still feel kind of bad for these sacred places being destroyed by this annoying global rule of Christianity that I just can’t stand. I mean, I think Greece is a lot more better as a polytheistic nation than a monotheistic one, it’s made the people look kind of ridiculous. 🤔
True. Hopefully Europeans escape from the dogma of christianity and embrace their real cultures.
I will say that Zues has blessed him with a hell of a beard
xaxaxaxa !!!!
Wow, this video touched home. As a Greek and even though raised in Catholicism, I was taught early in childhood about the Greek Gods and to respect them because it's our heritage so Tragoe was quite right about how the people there perceive religion. I was definitely influenced by paganism early in life which is probably why Odin tapped me on the shoulder and put me on this path. Thank you for this wonderful video.
That's right, Deborah. Greeks are taught about the old gods from an early age, but just as an artefact of the past - not as something that's still alive today. Sadly.
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Odin is a false God...Jesus is God
You are Greek and raised in Catholicism? That is super super rare. Where do you live?
@@nick63837 Jesus Is Crucified
Odin Is Not Crucified Odin Is Not Human Jesus Is Crucified And Died
Not Alive Jesus Is Die And Jesus Is Liar
Jacob,
What a magnificent, inspiring video about polytheism in contemporary Hellas! As an Hellenistic polytheist in the US this video was for me a gift from the Gods, because you explore the breadth of polytheism and show that these ancient pagan religions were and are paths to self-knowledge and to opening up to other cultures, spiritualities, and life-ways! The ancient Greeks opened minds and hearts to knowledge, giving us philosophy and science and love of nature. Thank you for a wonderful lecture and may Odin continue to guide you on your path.
So happy you enjoyed!
I am not sure if this is still the case for other greeks but my People (Pontian greeks), have this tradition of honoring the death of someone close for 40 days (not being allowed to shave and other things) and we have a table in honor of the 40 days after their death with all their favourite foods. That comes from ancient Greece because they said that it took 40 days for a stick to reach Tartarus if you throw it from the surface of the earth
My roots are from Ikaria and Pontic as well and we have always been taught the 40 days is connected to the Bible with 40 being an important number like 40 days of fasting by Jesus. We’re supposed to wear black and not bake desserts either as it will show that you are celebrating and tempt “death” to come back and take another. I always knew the personification of death was totally Ancient Greek religion. Fascinating stuff I want to read so much more about the actual beliefs of the Ancient Greek polytheistic religion morals wise etc
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We also hold a meal in the memory after 40 days in Eastern Europe, didnt know that's pagan thing tho... 😮 thought it had to do w the 40 days/years thing that appears in the Bible... the wandering in the dessert for 40 years of the Israelites, as well as Jesus' fasting for 40 days b4 being tempted by the devil & starting his ministry...
My parents are from the northern mountains in Greece so it’s nice to see you visiting one of the islands. My parents are Greek Orthodox but I was raised with lots of folk healing as well as my mother taught me dream interpretation & we were taught about the gods. So my roots have always been deep rooted paganism with a smatter of religion which was interesting.
Thessaloniki isn't an island :)
@@indykatley10317 yes you’re right it’s not it’s a port. Islands must have been on my mind lol!
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@@theodorospadelidis6537 hi there. I’m not on discord but thank you for the invite
@@BeatrixBetwixt yww man
lt is lovely to see a norse pagan helping to bring light and honor to hellenismos. Honor to the Gods and to all followers of the old ways.
Δόξα στους Έλληνες Θεούς! Μπορώ, ένας Αμερικανός, να γίνω οπαδός της ελληνιστικής παράδοσης;
I am not Greek however I follow and worship the Greek gods I’m sure you could as well I believe many people in Ancient Greece who weren’t Greek still worshiped the Greek gods
μπορεις βεβαιως, αν καποιος εχει το Ελλληνικο πνευμα μεσα του, ακομα κι'οταν δεν εχει Ελληνικο DNA ειναι, ειναι και αυτος Ελληνας
Thanks for taking us with you!
This is by far one of my favorite videos you’ve done so far. I 100% agree that as followers of this faith and as followers of Odin it’s important to learn as much as you can from other cultures and belief systems. I would love to see more videos exploring paganism/polytheism from around the world, because at the end of the day we all have similar goals to honor the old ways and our ancestors and we have so much to learn from one another. Keep up the good work, Jacob. Hail Odin.
This was excellent and I can't wait to hear the music!
Love this, can't wait for the next one...👍
I consider myself an Anamist. However, one of my favorite things about your videos and other practicing pagans is that we see commonality in one another. We all have the want to share and learn folklore and traditions even when it is not our own. My favorite video yet. Loved the addition of interview of someone with knowledge with a different pagan knowledge.
Awesome video my brother, im from Thessaloniki.
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Looking forward to the next videos 🔥
Tyyyyyy loved this!!!! So grateful
I was waiting for this video.
Firstly I hope you had a nice time in Greece and you got to taste some greek food!
Secondly, thank you for bringing some awareness to greek paganism. Greek pagans have been trying for years to get official recognision from the state without success unfortunately.
Tell us more about the latter, Vivian
@@Tragoe Greek state and the church are not separate in Greece so it is very hard to get recognition for pagan/old religions. Like stated in the video it is considered that you are a devil worshiper. Funny thing though we are still using Zeus's name in many sentences, good and bad. 😂 We still hold "pagan" rituals like banishing the evil eye, and still honour the sea and the mountains. We have a pagan story for every hill, nook and rock. Even the prayers that people use to wish good health or good luck usually have pagan origins.
@@vivianscircle I'd like to know more about the 'official recognition' part you mentioned, if you have information to share. Where can I find more about this?
@@Tragoe @vivianscircle I think that 3 temples have official recognition in Greece by now? Am I mistaken?
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It's great to see you exploring paganism in other cultures, very fascinating stuff.
I'm of the belief that pagans across the world worshipped a lot of the same deities but with different names. For instance, I think Thor and Zeus are one in the same, along with Freyja and Aphrodite, etc.
Thats actually the topic of my next video I filmed in Greece!
@@TheWisdomOfOdin favourite topic to talk about nobody seems to care in my circle though
Thor is more like Arès and Odin is like Zeus
You have lack of knowledge bastard 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
Read: gods of the celts and Indo Europeans by Garrett Olmsted
Thank you for making this video, Jacob.
i am in America and i am Hellenistic and i work with Hekate witchcraft
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then never speak
@@A12345AI what do you mean by that?
I really like the way things are turning out on your channel, Jacob.
You are on an intersting path and I hope you will put some light there, where the christian campaign brought over the centuries lies and darkness.
Oh man that's beautiful. I wish I could see some of those relics their finding.
That is really surprising that paganism is viewed that way in Greece
Love the music greeks are very religious and superstitious so I guess that they are a blend of Christian orthodox but have deep seated pagan beliefs and rituals too I grew up Greek Orthodox but always felt strongly towards paganism best wishes to all from Australia
I'd say that the younger generations of Greeks are not so religious, Gordo. Christian churches only have older people in them.
Oh, also pleased to hear you like my music. Cheers!
@@TragoeThat's true but the younger generation are just culturally christian and we celebrate christmas and easter and our names "birthdays"
As a eastern european im considering it ❤. I heard from some other fellow pagans from usa that u shouldnt be watched cs u present not so true infos at times but im free to do it & do my own judgments.. i appreciate u actually travel through those places & talk from there, it def talks some authenticity... ❤ thanks a lot... i appreciate you.. please be a honest kind guy as i think u are, beyond what others talk... n be sincere, nobody s perfect
Also, Heil Odin... deep appreciation to Asatru, as well as other traditions.. they are great cultures❤ grateful for you...
P.s.: tho my matron Godess i chose is Brigid, cs she inspires me...
Jacob as always awesome video brother! Skål💀🍻
10:30 - reminds me of our Romanian old traditions held around Xmass Eve n such, going from house to house, either w the goat play, bear or whichever might be, based on the region... n also w wishes for the newcoming year
Some traditions say Odin is Hermes/Mercury and Thoth, he traveled the world teaching and learning about different peoples. The Corpus Hermeticum teaches more about this if you haven’t read it.
Jacob, I know you do a lot on European paganism. However, have you ever done anything on paganism in Asia such as Japan, Korea, Laos, Cambodia, or even somewhere like China?
Hello from a Greek Polytheist from Arcadia!!!
Good to learn about different religions ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Is the same in Italy especially where I come from in Sardinia. All Catholic traditions are actually very pagan. We had letters from the pope in the 1700' sending people to try eliminate pagan customs. Herbal medicine is still strong and so many much as Imbolc and Beltane festivals, all with Catholic names and Saint linked to them. But yeah if you ask no one is pagan, the stigma is strong especially the one from organized religions regardless of which one.
I really wanna visit Greece again. Been there so many times before. Wonderful country
the awesome thing about hellenic religion is that if these folks took any dictionary on myth and rites and festivities - for every holiday there were many rites, and for those there was a festival, processions (people would walk in line for example with phalic shaped breads), athetic games, fair food to be eaten like focaccia breads, dancing - they would find out there are probably more than 500 ceremonies and festivities to do every year which took places in all of Hellas (old name for all thatg's Greece), if you take ALL the gods.
So the funny thing is that most Greek individuals even then "probably" used to worship only one god, depending on what god was needed or liked the most in that town/region they lived in, and ofc their life choices/careers, even though ofc the bigger cities like Athens (main divinity Athena ofc!) held other deities. For example Ephesus, or Crete, was absolutely ruled by the goddess, Artemis, being the site of the biggest temple, or Artemision. So mythology compendiates all gods, but adoration is a people's thing, and ppl can manage to "love" and adore one god during their lives. Infact, even tho if they attacked Ephesus the natural thing would be to pray to Athena, why would they, since Artemis is the main divinity? That's why some attributed warlike qualities to Artemis too, enhancing, updating her identity, making her more universal! Only difference is they knew one religion comprised many gods. Or did they? I mean what's the difference between saying many gods is one religion, and each of those is one religion?
Very cool
There is a rare community that still practices these traditional beliefs from Hellenism.
The community isn't rare and they are the YSEE and Labrys.The numbers for the Hellenic community in Greece were over 2000 members in 2005
@@TonyJack74 Very incredible information that you have there my friend.
Awesome video. I'm considering taking a one man holiday to Thessaloniki this summer, Any suggestions for things to do for a man with no knowledge of the Greek language but a burning passion for history, art, and hiking?
Stay near the White Tower in the bay. That is the main tourist area. Its safe, most people speak English and there is plenty to do. And its within walking distance of all the museums, train station, and boat tours. Walking up to the Acropolis was fun, but its like a 30 minute walk to the top of the hill, stunning views though. Id recommend staying out of the non-touristy sides. I never felt unsafe, but there were clear signs of heroine use everywhere, and I was approached by some less than favorable people.
Overall its very safe, just watch out for your normal scammers, if you don't look greek, they will target you quick. I had a Nigerian man sprint crossed the street to try to scam me. But it happens to everyone with street performers. When I was out with the other greeks they still came up, played music and asked for money. Nothing that I haven't see before but if you are not used to it can be awkward.
I found the majority of people to be very friendly if you get in a good conversation. Buying drinks/meals of others is a great way to make friends (and its cheap to do so).
@@TheWisdomOfOdin awesome that's very helpful! I will keep this in mind when I go there.
Rome has the same issue with the subway line lol. As a tourist I loved seeing all the things they've been discovering but locals are pretty angry about only having 2 subway lines
The ancient archetypes come from Egypt as I understand. The heirophants spread across the world and taught different regions about the archetypes and the stars. These developed into their own forms such as Vedic and Hellenistic astrology, and others. I believe all religions come from what was the melting pot of ancient Egypt.
Lost there. Why is old egypt. Its just islam everywhere
It's true that the word "pagan" makes one think of heathens , heretics or something "not good and pure". I follow the Elusinian Mysteries in my own private way b/c it was actually around for 2,000 yrs until 392 A.D. when Theodosius edicted Roman Christianity as the official religion of the Roman world. I don't see a problem with practicing both beliefs. After all, a lot of Christian rituals come from the practice of ancient traditions.
man what Music is this???!!!!!!!
17:32 Greek music
its a shame that i live in thessaloniki and i didnt met you
next time you come please let me know i really want to meet you, we have much to talk about
I will be back in the winter next year from my current plans
@@martings63 hello i own a greek culture discord server if you wanna join send me your discord account
Jacob = 'Ἰακώβ. My good friend, we are the heirs of our stolen traditions of Europe. Your first name is Jewish, and that reveals the persistent long time of suppression of the Christian authorities in Europe since 320 over us the indigenous. When you loose your name you loose the roots of your ethnic identity. We, here in Greece, the movement of the UNITED CITIES OF HELLENES, (UCH DED), have been striving to put one representative on the European Union Parliament and achieve our recognition as the true traditional heir to our country. Odin, is none other than Zeus, like Thor is. The Roman Takitos, tells stories of the Germans and their worship of Athena, Herakles, Ares. My 26 years old nephew, Leukippos ( Λεύκιππος) he tatooted his arm with the face of Odin - Zeus. This inside motivation reveals, again, that traditional Europe was interconnected in religion threads homogeneticaly. Celts met with Alexander in Romania (Dacia),, and he asked them to join him to the Asian campaign. They refused, and Alexander considered them as braggarts. Imagine Celts being part of that legendary campaign what prestige Scotland and Irish might have had achieved in the classrooms? You can unite the traditional indigenous of Europe thru the exposed work you do travelling around the world. The east hemesphere, fought the Christians when they came to subjucate them, Indians, and Chinese. They are our true supporters for our own freedom. We are at your disposal. Alexandros.
In regards to Hellenistic Paganism Nemesis is the goddess of retribution and fortune. She's the epitome of both payback and a b1tch
Why are the people of Hellas referred to as "Greeks," when there is no such thing? The people of that part of the world are known as Helliness, the country is officially known as Hellas, legally, embassies are Hellenic, passports denote as Hellas and in the United Nations as Hellas and the people acknowledge each other Hellinass/Hellinida; so why the deliberate persistence of the use of Greeks and Greece? Does this have something to do with the “Greek Orthodox Churches' deliberate attempt to suppress this identity with the ancient religion of Hellenism (Ἑλληνισμός)? Following this, if the Parthenon, the temple of Poseidon and most of the world-renowned heritages in Hellas, are in fact, temples of worship for the indigenous religion of Hellenism, are people permitted to officially worship there and hold religious ceremonies; if not, why not?
“Those who fear life worship imaginary God(s) of others; those who love life, imagine?
They're referred as Greeks because it comes from Latin...graecus, which is the word that has let say spread the most to all languages. In Spanish we call them griegos, from graecus, and Grecia which comes from Graecia (like for example Magna Graecia) but we call Grecia as well sometimes El pais heleno, o los helenos o la cultura helena o helénica (not often). That's the way it is with languages, nothing wrong.
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Hello, if you want to really know greece you should see an orthodox liturgy (direct descendant of the ancient greek theatre) or see a tama (direct descendant of ancient greek offerings to god Asklepios). there are no real polytheists in Greece, just people pretending to be. True polytheism died out 1000 years ago.
Glad, that it failed. Thanks for Christianity Paul the Apostle!
Bruh
Greece under Paganism: One of the greatest civilizations formed by some of the greatest minds & greatest leaders of all time!
Greece under Christianity: Just a tourist attraction.
@@Mr.Atari2600well the Greeks had a great Christian civilization during the Byzantine period but unfortunately they didn't get the jump on gunpowder like the Turks did in 1453
@@solesurvivor7989 Technically that's the Eastern Roman Empire. Even though they later began speaking Greek, they still referred to themselves as "True Roman" & ran under Roman Law.
@@solesurvivor7989 Great? they lost all their lands, lost most of their wars, backstabbed each other all the time and got ravaged by their own christian brothers.
your lord is god, your lord is one
No, there are many
@@xiuhcoatl4830 You shall have no other gods before me
@@kurslash We do not recognize your foreign idols
@@kurslash that law is for the jews, not for us
@@kurslash stop forcing your beliefs on people 😭😭😭😆😆😆😆😆😆🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
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Who is Odin? JESUS IS GOD.
Jesus Is Human 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ohhh Gods, 2 Billion People Believe Man Is "God", It's A Funny 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Really Jesus Is God In Your Philosophy? Ok, Why Die? And Why Born In Human Woman? Because He Is Human.
Why Jesus Not Returned 2000 Years Ago?
Why Today's Christianity Not Early Christianity? Because Romans Syncretized Christianity And Paganism, And Why Catholics Believe Idols?
Tanakh Says: "You Are Not Believe Idols, Not Pray To Idols, Not Building To Idols In Earth,Sky And Seas"
And Christianity Not Believe Old Testament Because Christianity Is A False Teach.