Neopaganism & Neotantra: Occult Paths That Defy the Bible
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Introduction
In recent decades many people in the West have explored alternative spiritualities. Two that often attract attention are neopaganism (a revival or reinterpretation of ancient paganism, earth-based worship, witchcraft, Goddess traditions, Druidism, ceremonial magic) and neotantra (a modern reinterpretation of tantric ideas, emphasizing sacred sexuality). But from a biblical and Christian worldview, these systems present serious spiritual dangers. Are they forms of divination or deviation from God? In this article, we’ll examine their beliefs, origins, purposes, gods, motivations for involvement—and show why they conflict with Scripture.
What Were Their Beliefs?
Neopaganism (also “modern paganism”) is an umbrella term for many new religious movements inspired by pre-Christian polytheistic religions. paganfed.org+4GotQuestions.org+4Encyclopedia Britannica+4 Neopagans often believe that divinity is immanent in nature — that the earth, plants, animals, and natural cycles are sacred, and that spiritual power flows through nature itself. Folklore & Fiction+3Neo-Paganism+3Neo-Paganism+3 Many practice rituals honoring seasonal cycles (the “Wheel of the Year”), calling the directions, invocation of gods and goddesses, spellwork, meditation, and magic. Folklore & Fiction+3Neo-Paganism+3The Interfaith Observer+3 Deities are often viewed as archetypes, forces, or personal spirits rather than absolute transcendent beings. Breakpoint+2The Interfaith Observer+2
Neotantra is a modern reinterpretation of ancient tantric traditions, but often focusing on the sexual and erotic dimension as a path to spiritual elevation. Wikipedia Neotantra tends to emphasize that sexual union can become sacred and act as a means to transcend ordinary consciousness or achieve unity with divine energies. Wikipedia+1 It often borrows or adapts symbols, mantras, and practices from Eastern mysticism, but re-frames them in a more sensual, experiential, New Age context. Wikipedia
Who Created the Idea / Where Did It Come From?
Neopaganism has roots in European Romanticism, folklore revival, occultism, and early 20th century esoteric movements. GotQuestions.org+4Naturalistic Paganism+4The Irish Pagan School+4 Key figures include Gerald Gardner (often called the father of modern Wicca) and Doreen Valiente. Naturalistic Paganism+2ARDA+2 Gardner’s Witchcraft Today (1954) was foundational in popularizing modern pagan witchcraft. Naturalistic Paganism The revival of interest in old mythologies, pagan folklore, and cultural nationalism during the 19th and early 20th centuries also contributed. The Irish Pagan School+2Naturalistic Paganism+2
Neotantra is less a unified tradition and more a modern re-imagination of Tantra filtered through New Age, occult, and Western esoteric movements. There is no single founder; rather, various teachers have developed neo-tantric systems blending sexuality, spirituality, meditation, and energetic practices.
Who Is Their God or Gods?
In Neopaganism, there is rarely a single supreme God in the monotheistic sense. Instead, practitioners may worship or honor multiple gods and goddesses, often paired (a Goddess and a God) or many spirits of nature. Wikipedia+5Breakpoint+5paganfed.org+5 Some adherents see all goddesses as aspects of a Great Goddess and all gods as aspects of a Greater God, or sometimes see all divinity as unified in a pantheistic or panentheistic sense. The Interfaith Observer+3paganfed.org+3Neo-Paganism+3 For instance, many Wiccans adopt the Triple Goddess (Maiden, Mother, Crone) model. Wikipedia
In Neotantra, the “divine” is often understood more abstractly or immanently — sexual energy or life force (Shakti, Kundalini, divine union) is divinized. There may not always be personal deities invoked; the emphasis is on energy, union, consciousness, and divine embodiment. Many neo-tantra systems deify the sexual act or view the couple as a microcosm of cosmic union.
Purpose, Use, and Motivation
The purpose of Neopaganism is often to reconnect humanity with nature, reclaim ancient spirituality, honor the Earth, and practice ritual magic to align with divine forces. Encyclopedia Britannica+4Neo-Paganism+4Neo-Paganism+4 Magical practice, spellwork, divination, and invocation are used to influence events, heal, manifest intentions, or commune with spirits. The Interfaith Observer+2Neo-Paganism+2
People may be drawn to neopaganism for several reasons:
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A desire for spiritual experience outside institutional religion
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Attraction to nature-centered spirituality
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Feminist or eco-theological impulses (especially honoring the divine feminine)
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Rejection of Christianity or conventional religion
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Curiosity, seeking power, healing, or magical capabilities
In Neotantra, the purpose is to spiritualize sexuality — to see sexual intimacy not merely as physical or recreational but as a sacred ritual capable of awakening spiritual energy and transforming consciousness. It’s used to transcend duality, deepen intimacy, heal trauma, or reach higher states of being. Many are drawn to it seeking deeper intimacy, liberation from shame, or spiritual experiences via the body and pleasure.
Is It Divination? Is It Deviation?
From a biblical perspective, both neopaganism and neotantra fall under spiritual deviation and occult practices, and thus are contrary to Scripture.
Divination and occult: Many neopagan practices include magic, spellcasting, divination, invocation of spirits, or communication with unseen powers. These are clearly forms of occult activity. The Bible prohibits divination, sorcery, mediums, enchantments, and necromancy. (Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Leviticus 19:31, Galatians 5:20, etc.) Because neopaganism incorporates these practices, it aligns with condemned occult behavior.
Idolatry and false gods: Neopaganism’s worship of many deities or spirits is directly in conflict with the First Commandment: “You shall have no other gods before me.” The Bible teaches that worship must be directed to the one true God, not to multiple gods, nature spirits, or forces.
Sexual sin / impurity: Neotantra often elevates sexual practices into the spiritual realm, promotes promiscuity, erotic rituals, and sensual extremes. Scripture consistently teaches sexual intimacy is sacred but reserved for marriage between a man and a woman, and warns against sexual immorality (e.g. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20, Hebrews 13:4). When sex is detached from God’s design and turned into a path to divine union outside biblical boundaries, it becomes spiritually dangerous.
Spiritual deception: Both systems can open individuals to false spiritual experiences, demonic deception, and confusion between God’s voice and occult voices. The Bible cautions believers to test spirits (1 John 4:1).
Therefore, yes — neopaganism and neotantra are spiritual deviation from God’s truth, and in many aspects may involve divination / occult practices forbidden by Scripture.
Why Would Anyone Use or Get Involved?
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Spiritual hunger or emptiness in conventional religion
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Rejection of Christianity or disillusionment with institutional faith
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Attraction to nature, mysticism, the divine feminine
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Desire for power, healing, intimacy, deeper experiences
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Cultural or identity exploration
But regardless of motivation, from a Christian standpoint these paths lead away from Christ and into spiritual risk.
Conclusion & Christian Warning
Neopaganism and neotantra present themselves as alluring paths of spiritual freedom, nature worship, sacred sexuality, and personal empowerment. Yet behind the allure lie occult practices, idolatry, and teachings that deviate from biblical truth. The Christian must see these not as neutral cultural or spiritual options but as spiritual dangers.
If you or someone you know is drawn to neopaganism or neo-tantra, the remedy is not fear but truth:
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Know the Bible’s warnings against divination and idolatry
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Hold fast to Christ’s lordship
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Pray for discernment and deliverance
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Replace occult practices with godly spiritual disciplines
Scripture calls believers to flee from sexual immorality, to worship God in spirit and truth, and to avoid all forms of occultism (Acts 19:19, Galatians 5:19-21, 1 Corinthians 10:20).
May this article stir vigilance, spiritual wisdom, and a deeper devotion to Christ alone.
Teresa Morin
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[Opening shot: calm, subdued background, presenter facing camera]
Speaker (0–5s):
“Are neopaganism and neotantra just alternative spiritual paths — or dangerous occult deviations from God’s truth?”
[Cut to visuals: pagan rituals, nature, goddess imagery, tantric art]
Speaker (5–20s):
“Neopaganism revives ancient pagan worship, honoring nature, multiple gods, rituals, magic, spellwork. Neotantra redefines sex as a sacred gateway to higher spiritual states. Both claim spiritual empowerment. But from a biblical worldview, they clash sharply with God’s commands. They involve divination, idolatry, occult practices, and sexual distortion beyond God’s design.”
[Cut to Bible imagery, cross, warning signs]
Speaker (20–35s):
“The Bible forbids divination, mediums, witchcraft, and urges believers to worship God alone (Deuteronomy 18, Galatians 5, 1 Corinthians 6). Sexual intimacy is sacred in marriage—not a mystical ritual outside God’s design. These paths open doors to deception, rather than to Christ.”
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“If you want deeper insight into neopagan beliefs, neotantra practices, and why they conflict with Scripture, click the link below to read the full article. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe—help bring clarity and light in spiritual darkness.”
