The Virtual Conference of Pagan Thought & Practice
The Virtual Conference of Pagan Thought and Practice focuses on where ideas, belief, and practice meet, articulating academic and philosophical ideas into Contemporary Pagan spiritual and religious practices, and conversely examining how these practices align with and make evident Contemporary Pagan beliefs, ideas, and philosophies. This conference’s target audience includes academics and practitioners of Contemporary Pagan spiritualities and religions, and encompasses the widest range of spiritual and religious expressions.
Call for Papers: Virtual Symposium of Pagan Thought and Practice
The Notion of Balance
July 26, 2026
Via Zoom
The Virtual Symposium of Pagan Thought and Practice invites scholars, practitioners, and creatives to contribute to an exploration of balance in its myriad forms. This year’s theme, The Notion of Balance, seeks to inspire a broad and inclusive discussion on how balance is understood, experienced, and expressed within Pagan traditions, practices, and philosophies.
What does balance mean in a Pagan context?
Is it the equilibrium of light and dark, masculine and feminine, or the interplay of the elements? Does it manifest in the cycles of nature, the turning of the Wheel of the Year, or the balancing act between tradition and innovation? How do we navigate personal, spiritual, or communal balance in a world of profound change and instability?
We welcome interpretations of balance that are philosophical, experiential, historical, or creative. Potential topics may include (but are not limited to):
The role of balance in ritual practice and magical workings.
Dualities and complementarities: light/dark, life/death, chaos/order.
Balance in relationships: with the self, the community, and the divine.
Ecological balance and Pagan responses to environmental crises.
Embodied balance: movement, dance, and physical practices in Pagan spirituality.
Balancing ancient traditions with contemporary adaptations.
Gender, identity, and the evolving notions of polarity in modern Paganism.
Mythological tales of balance and their modern relevance.
The spiritual balance between the mundane and the sacred.
We encourage submissions from a range of perspectives, including academic papers, personal reflections, panel proposals, creative expressions, and workshops. Whether you are an established scholar, a seasoned practitioner, or a seeker with a story to tell, we invite you to share your insights and experiences.
Submission Guidelines:
Abstracts: Please submit a 300-word abstract along with a brief bio (100 words).
Deadline: Abstracts must be submitted by June 30, 2026.
Symposium Date: The Virtual Symposium will take place on July 26, 2026.
Send your abstracts and bios to compasspagansandseekers@gmail.com with the subject line: "Submission: Pagan Balance CFP."