What is the difference between CR and Celtic Neopaganism?
By the English dictionary definition of Neopagan, CR is a form of Neopaganism; this is because no one now living has inherited an unbroken, thoroughly polytheistic, ancient Celtic tradition. Some aspects of our practice are by necessity revivals of older practices or modern creations based on historical precedent. However, there are now many common associations with the words Neopagan or Celtic Neopagan that are diametrically opposed to the values and beliefs of CR. Though some self-identified Neopagans are respectful of the cultures they are inspired by, there are, sadly, many other Neopagans who exhibit the worst examples of cultural appropriation and disrespectful eclecticism. In addition, Neo- means Un- or Non- in Scots Gaelic (Gàidhlig). As CR is definitely a Polytheistic/Pagan tradition, and a number of us are involved in Gàidhlig language communities, this is not really a comfortable fit for a multilingual community. Although the literal English meaning of the word “Neopagan” is
