If you want to go back to the root or core of religion this may be helpful.
The word 'church' actually originates from 'Circe', regardless of what Websters and co explain.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circe
The word 'church' actually originates from 'Circe', regardless of what Websters and co explain.
Quote:Circe was renowned for her vast knowledge of drugs and herbs. Through the use of magical potions and a wand she transformed her enemies, or those who offended her, into animals.
Quote:Circe
noun (Concise Encyclopedia)
In Greek legend, a sorceress, the daughter of the sun god Helios and the ocean nymph Perse. By means of drugs and incantations she turned humans into lions, wolves, or swine. Odysseus visited her on his return from the Trojan War, and she changed his companions into swine. Odysseus himself was protected by an herb given him by Hermes, and he compelled the sorceress to restore his companions. He and Circe became lovers, but after a yearlong stay he resumed his journey homeward.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circe