Baltic Pagan Faith ID

Baltic Pagan faith in Crusader Universalis 3.

Baltic Pagan Faith

Paganism
The faith ID for Baltic Pagan is baltic_pagan.
baltic_pagan

Commands

The following command will set your character's faith to 'Baltic Pagan.'

set_faith baltic_pagan

The following command will add the specified amount of fervor to 'Baltic Pagan.'

change_fervor [amount] baltic_pagan

Overview

Overview of Baltic Paganism

Baltic Paganism refers to the indigenous religion(s) practiced by the Baltic people before their conversion to Christianity across the Medieval Ages. The religion encompasses a broad spectrum of deities, rituals, and traditions rooted in the ancient cultures of tribes like the Prussians, Latvians, and Lithuanians.

Deities in Baltic Paganism

Baltic Paganism revolves around the worship of numerous deities representing diverse aspects of life and nature. Prominent among these deities is the sky god, known as Dievas in Lithuania and Dievs in Latvia. Other notable deities include Māra, the goddess of earth and fertility, and Patollo and Potrimpo, who were gods of the sea and fishing.

Beliefs and Rituals

One of the key tenets of Baltic Paganism emphasizes the harmony between humans and nature, as reflected in their agricultural calendar and associated rituals. For instance, festivals such as Užgavėnės, marking the end of winter, or Jore, celebrating the birthing of new lambs, highlight a profound respect and integration with the natural world.

In terms of rituals, fire and water play a significant role. One common practice was to light bonfires during festivals and perform dances or games around them.

Transition to Christianity

The conversion of the Baltic tribes from Paganism to Christianity largely happened between the 14th and 15th centuries. However, local traditions and beliefs have remarkably endured over the centuries, manifesting themselves in folk tales, songs, and certain rituals.

Revival of Baltic Paganism

In recent years, there has been a surge of interest in and revival of Baltic Paganism, particularly in countries such as Lithuania and Latvia. This is often linked to the rekindling of national identities. Besides, contemporary forms of Baltic Paganism, such as Romuva in Lithuania, assert an eco-centric and spiritual worldview that is resonating with many in the modern age.

In conclusion, though largely replaced by Christianity, the echoes of Baltic Paganism continue to linger in the cultural and spiritual landscape of the Baltic region. The symbolism, divinities, practices and thus the worldview Baltic Paganism encapsulates offer profound insights into the historical ethos of the Baltic people.

Information

Baltic Pagan

In-Game Description

As adherents of "the abode of inner peace", Baltic pagans focus on living in harmony with the natural world around them while preserving the traditions and stories of their ancestors.

Baltic Paganism is an ancient faith practiced by the Baltic peoples before their Christianization. It is characterized by the worship of nature deities, belief in spirits, and rituals tied to the agricultural calendar.

Paganism Faiths

FaithFaith ID
Akom Paganakom_pagan
Baltic Paganbaltic_pagan
Basque Paganbasque_pagan
Bidawest_african_bidu_pagan
Bonbon
Finnish Paganfinnish_pagan
Hausa (Bori)west_african_bori_pagan
Hellenic Paganhellenic_pagan
Khyarwé Bön (Old Bon)old_bon
Kushitism Pagankushitism_pagan
Norse Pagannorse_pagan
Oromo-Somali (Waaqism)waaqism_pagan
Paganpagan
Senegambiawest_african_roog_pagan
Siberian Pagansiberian_pagan
Slavic Paganslavic_pagan
Tengri Pagantengri_pagan
Uralic (Magyar Pagan)magyar_pagan
West African Paganwest_african_pagan
Yoruba (Orisha)west_african_orisha_pagan
Zunismzun_pagan