Who is Settantta?

Who am I and where am I coming from?

My public craft name is Settantta.

I have been seeking most of my life. As a teenager, I was a devout Anglican in Sydney. Later, During my Hippie phase, I developed an interest in Tibetan Buddhism (but then, so did most of my contemporaries).

Later, I joined the Assemblies of God (AOG), and studied the Bible intensely. I later Joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and spent 2 years studying theology, training to become a minister.

In 1989 I commenced studies at the University of Newcastle, concentrating on Classical Greek, Linguistics and Studies in Religion. Personal problems led to my leaving after 2 years, but I have since done an additional semester externally at the University of New England, gaining a Distinction in Studies in Religion.

I returned to the Pagan path about 5 years ago. I am a Solitary by choice, self initiated. After my self-initiation, the Goddess appeared to me in a dream, and indicated that the path I had chosen was acceptable to her. My primary area of interest is ancient Irish beliefs, customs and practices.

Because of my background, I do not feel intimidated by the possibility of being verbally attacked by Christians, and so I have no compunction in sticking my neck out as a target. I believe that I can meet anyone on their own ground, and defend myself and my friends.

Setanta was the birth name of Cu Chullain. One tradition has it that his father was Lugh, the Irish sun god.
I personally identify very strongly with Cu Chullain, but unfortunately that name is numerologically incompatible to me. So also is the normal spelling of Setanta. Add two "t's", and everything clicks into place.

I was at one time married to a Finnish woman, and as a result I have developed an interest in the ancient, pre-Christian beliefs of that country. Any Finns with information or interpretations of Kalevala, I'd really love to hear from you.

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