The Hellenic Ethnic Religion Explained

This February, the Greek government officially recognized the Hellenic Ethnic Religion as an official religion. But, followers of this religion face other hurdles. Greece is home to the first official temple of Hellenismos, b were both built by one man, Aristoteles Kakogeorgiou. Hellenic celebrations take place in these temples or in indoor locations because they cannot occur on ancient Greek sites because it is prohibited by the government. Many they want to be treated fairly by the government so they can coexist.

[YoBadMama]

What excites me about movements like these is that when they grow bigger, these groups could one day be funding research into ancient Greek culture and restoring ancient sites. We could one day learn so much more about ancient Greece through these people and their devotion.

[hasibubikkurbatova]

I'm glad that ethnic Hellenes also restore their religion and heritage of their ancestors!

[TheSkyrimInquisitor]

Ever since I discovered the Greek gods I felt a connection. I don't care if people call me an atheist or satanist, I know what's right in my soul

[parysatissh]

I'm a persian zoroastrian (religion of ancient persia) girl! Love to ancient greeks🇮🇷❤🇬🇷

[yuhe]

I’m Chinese and I’m attracted by Hellenism and Hellenic religion. I even tried to learn Ancient Greek but it’s hard for me. It’s amazing that people are reviving the worship of Hellenic gods, I hope i can know more about this religion, I love these gods!

[lunarpark]

"They dress differently, and give the impression that it is Halloween" says the man wearing a robe and a funny hat.

[connorgolden]

I’m a catholic but hey if they’re not hurting anyone I’m ok with it. And I’m glad the the Hellenic faith isn’t gone, it’s such a rich and interesting faith.

[humanbeing]

As an Indian Hindu, it feels good to see this

[heraclestheodoros]

I worship the Greek gods and goddesses and I am proud of it. Προσκυνήσω τους θεούς και τις θεές του Ολύμπου και είμαι περήφανος με αυτό.

[zoomzoom]

Namaste🙏 Keep going Hellenic groups. Love from a Sanatan Dharma believer. Our strength is in our history and ancient values.🌟

[fentonfairway]

As a Scotsman, and a heathen, who travels past huge Pictish, and pagan, standing stones on a daily basis I can quite unequivocally tell you that the energy encapsulated within these sites is not dead and it’s tantalisingly fascinating to witness a deep connection to your ancestral past when at these sites. As one pagan to another, I salute you and encourage and support your devotion to your Gods and goddesses. Remember, the nation of the Hellenes was always stronger being faithful to the gods rather than this abrahamic devil.

[akoden]

I’m Jewish and I support my Neo-Pagan brothers and sisters. This revival is wonderful. I only believe in one deity, but believe there are many ways of expressing spirituality. Kind of like the Brahamic philosophy, where there is one ultimate force, divided into three, divided further into demigods and deities. Everyone has a different way of connecting with the divine and should be respected. I believe we will see a huge revival not just in Europe, but in Central Asia and the Middle East also. People from the Balkans, Greece and the Caucasus are returning to their old animist and shamanic traditions. I actually think animism is compatible with my religion. Everything has a soul -divine spark - that is part of one totality that is beyond human comprehension.

[AF-tvuf]

What I favor about Hellenic Reconstructionists in general is how well they have done at preserving the authenticity of the philosophies behind their beliefs (many of which I share), while allowing that religion room to evolve. It's a hard balance to strike in spirituality (so many succumbing to the two traps of purity and relativism), but I feel that given the fact that Hellenistic beliefs have usually included a measure of philosophical self-criticism as a matter of course, modern Hellenism is uniquely well-suited to the task.

[mauryginsberg]

Hellenism has the potential to fill the gap left by the vast hordes that are leaving monotheism, Christianity is a foreign religion to Europe after all, Christianity is a Jewish sect from the middle east but of course even Christianity has a massive amount of Hellenism at it's core, the 12 apostles being just one example.

[AngeltashaUK]

I am glad that this is a more recent video of what Hellenism is! Labrys and the YSEE are held in very high esteem! "They give the impression that its Halloween" , says the so called Priest dressed in black with a chefs hat!!!

[rawal]

Very happy to see Greek people returning to their roots. Love from India.

[alejandrablandino]

This is so exciting to see this revival movement. As a Pagan this is exactly what I want to build in my country. Thank you for inspiring me to continue on my path 💖


Also the arrogance of the bishop is so typical.

[ChrisAldridge]

The idiocy of that bishop made my head hurt.

[qjqbwhw]

I am Armenian who know that national Gods are natural, but Abrahamic religions are only for Hebrew people, but not for us. I love You Greece ❤

[dylantennant]

“They dress differently, like in history“ looks whose talking.