Slavic Pagan Faith ID

Slavic Pagan faith in Crusader Universalis 3.

Slavic Pagan Faith

Paganism
The faith ID for Slavic Pagan is slavic_pagan.
slavic_pagan

Commands

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

set_faith slavic_pagan

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

change_fervor [amount] slavic_pagan

Overview

Introduction to Slavic Paganism

Slavic Paganism, also referred to as Slavic Native Faith, represents the religious beliefs, myths, and folklore of the Slavic peoples before Christianization, which occurred between the 7th and 12th centuries. Rooted deeply in nature reverence and ancestor worship, Slavic Paganism is centered around the veneration of gods and spirits.

Key Beliefs

Central to the belief system of Slavic Paganism is the reverence of gods and spirits who govern elements of nature, life and death, vegetation, and war. Major gods in the Slavic pantheon include Perun, the thunder god; Svarog, the solar deity; and Veles, the god of earth, water, and the underworld. Slavic rituals often involve offering to these deities and celebrating various seasonal milestones.

Rituals and Practices

Slavic Pagans pray in sacred groves, near rivers, springs, and by forest trees symbolizing the divine. The Slavic ceremonial calendar follows the agricultural cycle, celebrating events such as planting and harvest seasons with feasts and rituals. Also, ancestral veneration is a key part of Slavic Paganism, with the belief in ancestors being present in the spiritual realm.

Slavic Paganism Today

Despite the dominance of Christianity, the practice of Slavic Paganism has survived throughout the centuries in various forms. It has seen a revival recently, particularly in Eastern Europe where communities gather to perform traditional rituals. Today, Slavic paganism thrives in Poland, Russia, Ukraine, among others, often drawing people seeking a spiritual connection to their cultural roots.

Conclusion

Slavic Paganism is a rich and diverse tradition that has persisted throughout history. This religious belief system stands as a strong testament to the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Slavic people. Not only does it serve as a historical glimpse into pre-Christian beliefs of this group, but its existence today also shows the enduring significance of these old ways.

Information

Slavic Pagan

In-Game Description

Emphasizing personal duty, morality, and conformity, Slavic paganism is the blanket term for the myriad native faiths of much of Central and Eastern Europe. Community is an important part of most, and religious ceremonies are often public gatherings which celebrate beauty and joyfulness.

Slavic Paganism, also known as Slavic Native Faith, is an ancient polytheistic religion that was practiced by the Slavic people before the arrival of Christianity, around the 8th to 9th century. It involves worship of numerous deities, including nature spirits, with rituals often conducted in outdoor sacred spaces, and it includes a strong emphasis on respect for nature and ancestors.

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