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The problem with answering this question is that it is very, very broad. There are numerous pagan beliefs. Having said that there are some clearly evident differences.
1: Christian beliefs are 'God' centred and technically monotheistic whilst pagan beliefs are Earth centred and often polytheistic in nature.
2: Christian beliefs revolves around the person of Christ who is seen as saviour of the world, there is no such individual in pagan beliefs and no concept of salvation as humans are not seen as sinful and so do not need 'saving.'
3: Much if what Christians believe (although not all by any means) is to be found in the pages of The Bible. Pagans have no such commonly-accepted central repository, differing pagan groups having different texts and some having no texts at all.
4: Christianity is a ritual religion, that is there are at least 2 and as many as 8 agreed rites, Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist or Lord's supper, Marriage, Ordination, Confession, Funeral rites with blessing sometimes mentioned as the eighth. Paganism is also ritual based but the rituals are quite different.
5: Christianity looks forward to a time when God will put all that is wrong in the universe right although differing Christian sects identify HOW God will do this in differing ways. Pagans see no need for this considering the universe to be just fine as it is.
What else can I help you with?
What is the difference between pagan and religion?
Pagan beliefs are one type of religion. There are other types of religion, which are not usually considered to be "pagan".
What is the difference between Christian art and pagan art?
Christian art depicts figures and stories from the Christian Bible. Pagan art depicts figures and stories from any number of pagan sources. Many of the classical artists did both Christian and pagan works, sometimes blending the two into a single art piece.
Difference between ancient Rome and Rome now?
Time and culture are the difference between ancient Rome and present day Rome. The ancients were pagan and lived in the pagan culture, with it's values and outlooks. The modern Roman is mostly Christian and lives according to Christian values and outlooks.
Can someone be a Pagan simply by calling oneself 'Pagan'?
No. Its like saying your a Christian yet you are truly atheist, or you disregard the Christian God. To be Pagan, you must BE Pagan and not just say you are, with every word should come action. If your a pagan, show your a Pagan by your beliefs, what you do (spiritually, enviromentally etc.)
What are pagan traditions in Beowulf?
some say the pagan trdiion is the opposite of chritianity. this isn't really true, but it is an aspect of the tradition. as far as I've understood, the pagan tradition refers to monsters, magic and things of those sorts that chritianity doent believe in. you should Google it to be sure :) APEX: Beowulf is a pagan story transcribed by a christian
How does Beowulf reflect the idea that humanity lived on the and ldquocusp of civilization and rdquo?
Beowulf reflects the idea that humanity lived on the cusp of civilization by portraying a society that is a blend of pre-Christian and Christian beliefs. This duality can be seen in the values and actions of the characters, as well as the juxtaposition of pagan and Christian elements throughout the text. The poem captures a society in transition, where older pagan traditions are fading away in the face of new Christian beliefs.
What is Gothic religion?
christian gothic.. satanism, judaism, pagan, wiccan... not really beliefs but thats kind of a religion.. im a christian ^-^
What are the release dates for Pagan and Christian - 1909?
Pagan and Christian - 1909 was released on: USA: 19 January 1909
What are the religious beliefs in Beowulf?
Pagan.
Is Taylor Swift a pagan?
Taylor Swift is not a pagan, she's Christian
What was the basis of the religious conflict between the Romans and the Anglo-saxon?
The Anglo-Saxons were pagan and the Romans were Christian.
What was the basis of the religious conflict between the Romans and Anglo Saxons?
The Anglo-Saxons were pagan and the Romans were Christian.
