I saw an article on Yahoo about the numerous "Pagans" flocking to Stonehenge to celebrate the Summer Solstice. Looking at the pictures they provided, I can only shake my head in disbelief at what looks to me as disrespect of an ancient sacred space.
I honestly don't think nearly 3/4 of the people there understand WHERE they are, or the spiritual significance of the space, but only go to show off, or parade around claiming they're Pagan just so they can drink, beat a small drum and think they're participating in something spiritual.
While I find Stonehenge to be a remarkable place, and would love to see it for myself one day, I would NEVER go on any solstice or other "Pagan" holiday, for the very reason it's over crowded by people thinking it's like Woodstock for Pagans.
The idea of flocking to Stonehenge on the Summer Solstice is to revere and experience full spirituality. From the images I saw, I was disgusted. The true druids are spinning in their graves over what's become of their megalithic structures.
Images from Yahoo! Canada
http://ca.news.yahoo.com/photos/summer-solstice-at-stonehenge-1371818659-slideshow/summer-solstice-stonehenge-photo-080653940.html
It's too bad some people are so disrespectful. I would really like to go to stonehenge someday, but for purely spiritual reasons.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I hope you don't mind, but I tagged you in a challenge post. I think it will be interesting to see your responses. The rules and stuff are here: http://elvensiirie.blogspot.com/2013/07/ive-been-tagged.html