| Do they Exist? |
| Do They Exist? A common question for beginners is, 'do these Gods and Goddesses really exist?'. This question has an answer, which is yes, but has a complex explanation. How the deities exist is in the eyes of the believer. Often, the Great Ones are seen as embodiments, or symbols, of the cycles and powers of nature. Therefore the Goddess exists as surely as the moon rises, wind blows, and gravity holds things down. I call this the "mother" or "father" Earth theory. The actual deities may not be sitting up in the clouds as human form, but that matters not. The Great Ones also can be embodied for other reasons. Many people adopt mythological deities from other cultures to represent a certain emotional or human trait. For instance, love Goddesses are adopted to symbolize love, Goddesses of protection are called to protect. As long as the emotions exist, or the power, the deities can exist. These Gods can also be seen as great examples to look up to or inspire us to be the best we can be. I notice at first it is easier to accept the embodiment theories, but as time and your experiences with the Great Ones grow, you may become more willing to accept them as actual existing forces. What you believe God to be is up to you to figure out, and it will change over time. The important part to remember is that you will not be excommunicated for having a different deity concept, or questioning. If you believe there is some sort of divine power, be it a Goddess or the Mysteries of nature, it can fit a Wiccan framework. Home |