Pagan Religions in Five Minutes - Suzanne Owen
6. How Many Pagans are There?
Pagan Religions in Five Minutes - Suzanne Owen
Vivianne Crowley [+]
Nottingham Trent University
Vivianne Crowley is a lecturer in psychology of religion at Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom. Her research interests include contemporary Paganism, religious experience, and women religious leaders.
Description
Estimating the number of Pagans worldwide is complex due to the diversity of Pagan practices. While millions engage in practices that could be classified as Pagan, many do not identify with the term. In the UK and the US, census data shows a gradual increase in Pagans. Paganism in each country varies with its history. However, not everyone practising Pagan rituals considers Paganism their religion.