Paganism, a term originating in the 4th century among early Christians, denoted people in the Roman Empire who practiced polytheism or religions other than Judaism. During the Roman era, individuals were classified as pagans either due to their rural and provincial background compared to the Christian population or because they were not "soldiers of Christ" (milites Christi). Other terms used by Christians for pagans included hellene, gentile, and heathen. Ritual sacrifice was a key aspect of ancient Greco-Roman religion and served as a marker distinguishing pagans from Christians. Paganism has generally been associated with rural or peasant religions.
1927: Gruppo di Ur Founded
In 1927, Julius Evola founded the Gruppo di Ur in Rome, along with its journal "Ur."
1928: Imperialismo Pagano Published
Julius Evola published "Imperialismo Pagano" in 1928, advocating Italian political paganism.
1929: Mysterious Document in Krur
A document of uncertain origin was published in "Kror" in 1929, suggesting a link between Italian victories and ancient rites.
1972: Arthos Journal Founded
The Evolian journal "Arthos" was founded in Genoa in 1972 by Renato del Ponte.
1979: Key Publications on Paganism
Margot Adler's "Drawing Down the Moon" and Starhawk's "The Spiral Dance" were published in 1979, raising public awareness of paganism.
1979: Il Basilisco Publication Begins
The Genoese publication "Il Basilisco" began its run in 1979.
1984: Gruppo Arx and Pythagorean Association Revival
The Gruppo Arx and Reghini's Pythagorean Association were revived in 1984.
1988: End of Pythagorean Association Revival
Reghini's Pythagorean Association's revival ended in 1988.
1989: Il Basilisco Publication Ends
The Genoese publication "Il Basilisco" ended its run in 1989.
1991: Religious Freedom in Former Soviet Union
With the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, religious freedom was established in Russia and other newly independent states.
1994: Politica Romana Publication Begins
The journal "Politica Romana" began publication in 1994.
1995: A History of Pagan Europe Published
Prudence Jones and Nigel Pennick published "A History of Pagan Europe" in 1995.
1998: Nova Roma Founded
Nova Roma, an international Roman pagan organization, was founded in 1998.
2004: Politica Romana Publication Ends
The journal "Politica Romana" ceased publication in 2004.
2023: Associazione Tradizionale Pietas and Riga Declaration
In 2023, Associazione Tradizionale Pietas participated in the ECER meeting, leading to the signing of the Riga Declaration.
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