The Julian Society

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"The Julian Society is a non-denominational religious order dedicated to the advancement of Pagan religion. Our membership shares many different traditions of Pagan worship while remaining united through the common bond of the ideals championed by the Emperor Julian, the last Pagan Emperor of Rome. We continue the work which Julian began centuries ago; restoring Pagan religion so that it may regain its rightful place as a major world religious system."

http://www.juliansociety.org/

They also a have a bookstore and a pretty good book list where you can buy the listed books through Amazon, a gift shop (although not much -except the statue of Julian) and some useful links to other sites and information about the Emperor Julian in general.

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The Julian Society
A Religious Order

As a non-denominational Pagan Religious Order, the Julian Society is dedicated to three basic goals:

I. To present the Emperor Julian's life and efforts to the modern world (both Pagan and otherwise) as a historical example of Pagan piety, dignity, respectability and social responsibility. Click here for more information.

II. To reintroduce the ideal of a unified but diverse worldwide Pagan movement, as conceived by ancient Neo-Platonic philosophy and championed by the Emperor Julian and other Pagans of late antiquity, as a viable alternative to cultural Christianity.
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III. To continue the Emperor Julian's plan and works to restore Paganism to its rightful place as a major and respected world religion. Click here for more information.

It is our hope that the Emperor Julian's historical legacy will provide those who worship the ancient Gods today with a means of clearly focusing on the issues we all share. Our paths differ today just as they did in antiquity. Yet we have the writings, teachings and efforts of the Emperor who led the last great effort for Pagan restoration to provide solutions which can allow us to preserve our individual paths and yet act together.

The ideals held by the Julian Society are compatible with all forms of Pagan spirituality. Membership in the Julian Society is valid alongside all other group memberships and Pagan religious associations. Our spiritual philosophy is a focus upon positive personal conduct and responsibility. We hold that each member's personal beliefs and connections with the gods are their own responsibility, and are also proven by their works in the world around them.

A Higher Standard

The Julian Society seeks to enhance Pagan religion through practical example. Members are invited to dedicate themselves toward positive and honorable virtues and conduct, toward the goal of making Pagan spirituality a more respected path.

Who will find Julian Society membership beneficial? Those who:

• Actively practice some form of ancient Pagan religion.
• Believe that Paganism deserves to play a major role in world spirituality.
• Are interested in making Pagan religion more respected, effective and influential in the world.
• Are willing to conduct themselves with the highest possible virtue and honor, and be a positive example within society.

Some of the opportunities available to members of the Julian Society:

I. The opportunity to be part of a respected organization which is known for promoting learning, personal virtue and honor.
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II. The opportunity to focus directly on Pagan religion and its history, rather than diluting your religious efforts with the usual gamut of "alternative" social issues. Click here for more information.

III. The opportunity to help achieve Julian's goals of restoring Pagan religion, by working alongside others who share a belief in this ancient legacy. Click here for more information.

IV. The opportunity to organize and run an official chapter of the Julian Society in your area. Click here for more information.

V. The opportunity to share rites and rituals that focus on the Emperor Julian's spirituality and works. Click here for more information.




http://www.juliansociety.org/JulianSocietyInfo.htm